1. This MILPER message is effective upon release and expires 30
September 2026. It provides procedural guidance for the FY26 Special
VTIP for Functional Area (FA) Reductions (FA REDUX).
2. Only
RA ACC Officers in FA50, FA57, and Acquisition Corps (AC) IAW the FY26
Special VTIP In/Out chart are eligible to apply during the FY26 Special
VTIP application window. Exceptions to Policy (ETP) for Over 14 Years
AFCS, Branch Detailed officers, Medical, AFT350, Warrant Officer,
ATI-Impacted Aviators and officers departing AMEDD are still processed
year-round IAW MILPER 25-500, Paragraph 7.