Retiring from the Air Force

The process takes some planning! Retirees are encouraged to participate in Transition activities as early as 24 months before their planned retirement. To get started, register for the Pre-Separation Counseling Briefing (Note: It does not commit you to retiring or a retirement date if you change your mind).

Take a look at the recommended timeline to plan it all out. See below for more information.

Download the Recommended Timeline (PDF)