Air Force Association
Independant Non-Profit Aerospace Association
Lance P. Sijan Chapter #125
Colorado Springs, CO
Lance P. Sijan Chapter #125
Colorado Springs, CO
ABOUT US
The Air Force Association Sijan Chapter 125 covers the Colorado Springs area.
The entire Air Force team has a stake in keeping the Air Force Association strong and vital. The plain fact is that every federal budget must compete with every other federal budget for every dollar it gets. Not one doubts the need for a strong Air Force. But we still need to keep our message out in front of every decision-maker at all times. Your membership in the Air Force Association enables us to continue our strong advocacy of the rightful priority of air superiority. Shoulder to shoulder, your AFA membership brings solidarity and weight to our noble cause. AFA helps you make the most of your Air Force affiliation, throughout your career and the rest of your life. Your membership automatically makes you an itegral part of a powerful network of committed men and women in the military, in public service, and in private industry. Advisory councils and committees of the AFA work constantly on issues that matter to members of the Air Force, during and after their service. Initiatives of the AFA through these efforts provide significant benefits to members, even when they transition back into civilian life. AFA successfully advocated your interests during the 106th Congress to:
Authorize a 4.8% pay raise for military personnel
Repeal REDUX retirement plan and gain full cost of living adjustments on retirement pay Gain participation in Federal Thrift Savings Plan for active duty members and reservists
Improve TRICARE claims processing
Emphasize the importance of Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve
Reform the DoD's pharmacy program
Secure equitable benefits for civilian employees
Support Air Force modernization programs including the F-22
AFA provides significant member benefits, including a variety of unique services and privileges:
AFA continues to provide value to its members and stands behind the Air Force it has served for more than 50 years.
Join AFA and you're in good company forever The entire Air Force team has a stake in keeping the Air Force Association strong and vital. The plain fact is that every federal budget must compete with every other federal budget for every dollar it gets. Not one doubts the need for a strong Air Force. But we still need to keep our message out in front of every decision-maker at all times. Your membership in the Air Force Association enables us to continue our strong advocacy of the rightful priority of air superiority. Shoulder to shoulder, your AFA membership brings solidarity and weight to our noble cause. AFA helps you make the most of your Air Force affiliation, throughout your career and the rest of your life. Your membership automatically makes you an itegral part of a powerful network of committed men and women in the military, in public service, and in private industry. Advisory councils and committees of the AFA work constantly on issues that matter to members of the Air Force, during and after their service. Initiatives of the AFA through these efforts provide significant benefits to members, even when they transition back into civilian life. AFA successfully advocated your interests during the 106th Congress to:
AFA provides significant member benefits, including a variety of unique services and privileges:
- Subscription to Air Force Magazine
- AFA Platinum MasterCard with low 9.9% APR
- Low-Cost insurance programs
- Resume services
- Online community for AFA members only and unlimited Internet access for low monthly fee
- Car Rental and Hotel Discounts
- Prescription Drug Discounts
AFA continues to provide value to its members and stands behind the Air Force it has served for more than 50 years.
- AFA speaks out at functions that include grass-roots chapter meetings and legislative roundtables with Congressional leaders
- AFA sponsors briefings by Air Force and DoD leaders at national symposia
- AFA sponsors scholarships, grants and other awards that benefit outstanding students and professionals