Space-Available Travel
Eligible for Space-A military flights (100% P&T).
Federal BenefitTransportation
Verified May 12, 2026 against amc.af.mil
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Transportation — Federal
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Where it applies
- United States
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Space-Available Travel?
Space-Available Travel is a federal transportation benefit for veterans. Eligible for Space-A military flights (100% P&T). Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
How to apply
Contact the VA at 1-800-827-1000 for application instructions.
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Must be rated 100% permanent and total (P&T). Dependents CAN accompany the veteran sponsor (per FY2021 NDAA / DoD policy update), but cannot travel Space-A without the sponsor present.
What Space-Available Travel covers
How to sign up
Register at the passenger terminal of a military air base. You can sign up in person or online through some terminals. A DD Form 2765 (Tan ID card) — being replaced by the Next Generation USID card — is required to travel and to register at terminals.
Priority
Categories I–VI (Roman numerals per DoD). 100% P&T veterans and accompanying dependents are in Category VI, the lowest priority — they board only after all higher-category travelers are accommodated.
Tips
Be flexible with dates and destinations. Popular routes fill up fast. Bring food and entertainment as flights can be long with no amenities.
How to apply for Space-Available Travel
How it works
You can fly on military aircraft on a space-available basis. Travel is available within CONUS and direct flights between CONUS and Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, and American Samoa — no foreign-country travel allowed. Flights are free but not guaranteed — you fly only when there are empty seats.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- amc.af.mil
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Space-Available Travel
Who qualifies for Space-Available Travel?
Space-Available Travel is for Veterans; requires 100%+ VA disability rating. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Space-Available Travel?
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
Where can I verify Space-Available Travel?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.