Military Space-A Flights

Tips for flying Space-A with kids from Poppin' Smoke

12 Tips for Flying Space-A With Kids

Flying Space-A with kids? No problem! It’s actually easier than flying commercial. If you’re new to Space-A flying – or you’re planning your first “military hop” with the kiddos – we’ve got you covered. Here are 12 important things you need to know about how to plan, what to bring, …

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Lessons Learned from Flying Space-A Across the World

In February 2019, we embarked on a journey to fly Space-A across the world. We had lived in Japan for the past 2.5 years and wanted a change. So, next stop: Europe! Our goal was simple: fly Space-A from Japan all the way there. It didn’t matter where in Europe …

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Space-A Travel Packing List: What to Wear and Bring on a Military Hop

Getting ready to take a military hop? Make sure you have everything you need to be comfortable, entertained, and travel-ready! Here’s how you can prepare for your next Space-A flight. If you’ve never flown Space-A, read this Quickstart Guide to Military Space-A Flights to learn the process. Documentation Before going …

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Flying Space-A from Travis AFB: 7 Things You Need to Know

Travis Air Force Base is the biggest hub for Space-A travel on the West Coast. From Travis, you can take a hop in most any direction, but it’s a particularly good starting point if you want to fly to a destination in the Pacific. With three major airports within a 2-hour …

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12 Things to Know About Flying Space-A on the Patriot Express

Have you ever heard reference to the “Patriot Express,” “military rotator,” or “Cat B flight” and wondered what it was? It’s one of many possible aircraft you may “hop” when using Space-A military flights. Some seasoned Space-A travelers would argue that there’s no better way to fly! The Patriot Express …

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