Travel of Unaccompanied Family Members, who at the time of PCS
where not entitled to transportation at government expenses to accompany or join
their sponsor at his/her duty station, are eligible for MAC Category 3 Space "A"
travel IAW DoD 4515.13R (para 5-4C(4)). Prior to travel, family
members must be command sponsored and Space "A" travel must be approved by the
OCONUS major commander. Soldiers and families need to be advised of
the possible lengthy wait (up to 30 days or more at the aerial port of
embarkation) and the food and lodging expenses they will incur while waiting for
Space "A" travel.
Housing for bachelor officers and senior enlisted is
handled through the Billeting Office/Airborne Inn (Moon Hall) Bldg., D-3601,
tel: (910) 396-7700 or DSN: 236-7700. Staff Sergeants and below who want to draw
single BAQ must have prior approval from the Billeting Branch.
All
incoming military personnel are required to contact the CHRRS office prior to
making a commitment for off-post housing, located in Hardy Hall, Bldg., D-3705,
Darby Loop, tel: (910)396-2413/4624, DSN 236-4624. This office has current
listings of off-post rental houses, apartment complexes, and trailer
space.
Taxi service is available at the airport.
If you are
leaving your family at another location, be sure they understand the reason for
the separation. Be certain that your spouse and older children are aware of your
financial system: bills, checkbook, lock boxes, bonds, insurance, etc. Be sure
that all ID cards are valid. Check the automobile your spouse will be using to
be sure it is in good repair and that all registrations and licenses are
current. You may want to check into getting a Power of Attorney for your
spouse.