What is the minimum age to be eligible for enlistment in the USAF?

In order to enlist in the United States Air Force, an individual must be at least 17 years old and provide parental consent if they are under the age of 18. This provision allows younger individuals to begin their military careers with the agreement of their guardians, who typically have input into such significant life decisions.

Individuals who are 18 years old and older can enlist without any parental consent, providing them the autonomy to make the decision to join the military on their own. The requirement for parental consent for 17-year-olds ensures that younger enlistees have the support of their families while also allowing the Air Force to begin training and integrating younger service members into its ranks.