Hi guys! I've been thinking about the military police, specifically in the Air Force, as a career option after high school. Do they get deployed a lot? How does that all work?
Deployment frequency can vary significantly for Air Force military police, also known as Security Forces. The operational tempo of the Air Force, international tensions, and the specific stationing of your unit can all impact deployment frequency.
Typically, Air Force personnel can be deployed anywhere from 6 months to a year, and usually have a dwell time (time spent at home base) that is about twice as long as their deployment. This means if you deploy for 6 months, you could expect to spend about a year at home before the potential of being deployed again. However, this is not an absolute guarantee and sometimes conditions require more frequent deployments.
There is also a chance of opting for voluntary deployment which could increase the frequency of your deployments. It's worth having this conversation with a recruiter who can give you the most up-to-date information based on current military deployment practices and policies.
Keep in mind that being in the military, including the Air Force Security Forces, involves a commitment to service which could require sacrificing personal comfort and facing challenging situations. Consider all these possibilities as you explore this career option.
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