Aviator Continuation Pay Approved

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Aviator Continuation Pay Approved
Air Force Print News | February 01, 2008

WASHINGTON - The fiscal 2008 Aviator Continuation Pay program was approved here recently by Craig W. Duehring, the assistant secretary of the Air Force for manpower and Reserve affairs.

The 2008 National Defense Authorization Act., which was signed by President George W. Bush Jan. 28, provided authorization.

The 2008 ACP program will offer eligible pilots and air battle managers a bonus in return for a five-year commitment to the Air Force.

"ACP is a strategic retention tool designed to shape the aircrew inventory, allowing the Air Force to meet future combat requirements," said Lt. Col. Kip Turain, the chief of the rated force policy branch.

"The primary purpose is to retain critical rated expertise that is vital to the successful accomplishment of the Air Force mission. Over the years, ACP has been tailored to target specific year groups and categories of aviators. The fiscal 2008 program builds upon the successes of previous years' programs and will ensure combatant commanders have an adequate supply of experienced aviators to meet their growing needs."


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