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Becoming a club member brings with it, membership benefits -- both “club member” benefits as well as “card member” benefits. Such benefits clearly demonstrate and underscore the fact that membership has exclusive benefits.
Club Member Benefits
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Reciprocal privileges at Air Force Clubs worldwide
Air Force Club members find a home away from home at any Air Force Club. Whether our Air Force Club members are TDY, on vacation, or in the midst of a PCS move, their welcome is assured in any Air Force Club.
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Tradition, Special Occasions, and Entertainment Programs
Air Force members understand the importance of maintaining esprit de’ corps through military tradition. Pinning on ceremonies, dining-ins, Air Force Balls, promotion and awards ceremonies are made special by Air Force Clubs. Air Force Clubs are the center of every community celebration. Holiday parties, brunches, and special events are planned to bring Air Force families and friends together.
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Members Only Programs
Air Force Clubs offer spectacular members only programs. These events include concerts, gourmet dining, comedians, complimentary buffets and meals and much more. Air Force club members enjoy the exclusive privilege of inviting guests who do not qualify for membership to enjoy their Air Force Club.
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Membership Conveniences
Air Force Clubs feature full cashier services that allow members access to free check cashing, on the spot dues and MasterCard payments, and in overseas locations, currency exchange.
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Air Force Clubs Scholarship Program
Each year Air Force Clubs and our Chase Bank partner demonstrate their support to our Air Force members and their families pursuing their educational goals. Air Force club members and their families from around the world submit essays to compete for $25,000 in scholarships.
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Easy PCS Air Force Club Membership Transfer
A permanent change of station move is a busy time for any Air Force member. Air Force Clubs understands that maintaining continuity during PCS moves is important to our members. To make the transition easier, the member just needs to take a copy of their orders by their new club within 90 days of arrival. The cashier will assist the member in updating their mailing and contact information and give each transferring member $25 in coupons to welcome them to their new club.
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Air Force Catering Programs
Air Force Catering programs are designed to help our members celebrate their lives. Air Force members enjoy benefits such as no fee party rooms; no deposit for the member’s personal special functions; no tax; free parking; assistance with protocol, menu planning, selecting service style and much more. Our professional catering staff assists members in planning the perfect function within their budget.
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Consultation for Off-Site Special Events
Many Air Force Clubs offer full-service assistance with off-site catered events. Service may include assistance with setting-up, delivering, and serving food and beverages. Many Air Force Clubs offer members the opportunity to borrow daily-use china, glassware, flatware, tables and chairs when they are planning off-site events. (Availability depends on the local club and scheduled events.)
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Reduced Dues
Air Force Club members who reside 50 miles or more from the base receive half-price dues.
All 2nd Lieutenants assigned to Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, your dues are waived for a year.
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Outstanding Menu Selection
Air Force Clubs worldwide have developed and tested hundreds of delicious recipes featuring regional specialties from around the world. Each Air Force Club menu offers a selection of entrees, healthy items, salads, desserts, and more.
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Air Force Clubs Membership Value Guarantee – Members First
The Members First program was implemented Air Force-wide on 1 Oct 02. This new program rewards membership by providing discounts to members. The new program enhances the value of club membership, recognizes that creating membership value is essential to club success, and underscores the fact that membership must have exclusive benefits.
Card Member Benefits
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25-Day Grace Period
Members have 25 days to make payment on their account. Payment of the full balance due results in no revolving fees being charged to the account.
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Competitive Annual Percentage Rate (APR)
Chase Bank offers Air Force Club a competitive APR of prime plus 5%
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Five Easy Payment Methods
Chase Bank offers Air Force Club members five easy ways to pay. 1). The member may choose autopay, an electronic funds transfer that deducts payment from the account of the member’s choosing. 2). Members may also pay by calling the number on the back of their Air Force Clubs Membership card. 3). Members receive an itemized billing statement each month complete with envelope and perforated payment coupon to be returned by mail. 4). Payments may be made via the Internet at www.chase.com/creditcards . 5). The final convenient payment method may be accomplished at any Air Force Club.
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MasterCard or Services Charging Privileges
The Air Force Club Membership card features MasterCard or Services on-base charging privileges through our Chase Bank partner. Services charging privileges are extended to our members who may not yet have established a credit history or for those who need an opportunity to repair their credit history. Once a member establishes or repairs a credit history through accurate on-time payments, they will receive their Classic or Platinum MasterCard.
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A Choice of Rewards Programs
If a member qualifies for the MasterCard Air Force Club Membership card, then the card will feature a choice of rewards programs:
Earn miles every time you make a purchase with the Travel Plus club membership card and redeem for air travel, car rentals, hotels, recreational activities or even gift certificates to favorite store.
Select Military Free Cash Rewards and get 2 points for every dollar you spend in purchases and monthly interest on base in all Services Activities, the Base Exchange (except gas – 1 point), and the Commissary, and 1 point for all purchases off base. Every time you reach 2,500 points, choose a $25 check or a $25 gift certificate redeemable at popular merchants and restaurants.
-One point per dollar on all other card purchases for all charges off base
-0% intro rate for 12 months on purchase and balance transfers with a “go to” rate of Prime + 4.99%
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$25 Added Earning Program (AEP) bonus for each new account generated
**NEW**
Air Education and Training Command members can choose the Air Force Club membership card that best suits them. "U Choose" allow new and current club members to choose the Private Label or the MasterCard club membership card.
The Private Label card has a maximum credit limit of $500, and members have charging privileges limited to on base at the club and other services activities. There is also no rewards program associated with the Private Label card.
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24-Hour Client Service
Air Force Club members can access account information 24-hours a day, seven days a week by calling Chase Bank Client Service at 1-800-759-0294 or overseas call Chase Bank International Client Service Collect at, 1-302-594-8200. Air Force Club members should have their membership card and/or account number ready and identify themselves as an Air Force client.
Lackland Gateway Club Membership Dues
Category Monthly Dues
Enlisted (Active Duty, E5 and above) $8.00
Enlisted (Active Duty, E-4 and below) $2.00
Enlisted (Retired) $8.00
Enlisted (Retired, living 50+ miles from base, No coupons) $4.00
Enlisted (Widow, no coupons) $0.00
Enlisted (Widow, with coupons) $7.00
Officer (Active Duty) $18.00
Officer (Retired) $14.00
Officer (Retired, living 50+ miles from base, no coupons) $7.00
Officer (Widow, no coupons) $0.00
Officer (Widow, with coupons) $7.00
Civilians (GS-8 and below, Enlisted Club Members) $8.00
Civilians (GS-9 and above, Officer Club card) $18.00 |