Airmen can now apply to transfer Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits

The Department of Defense began accepting applications from Airmen to transfer Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits to dependents June 29. "The Post-9/11 GI Bill transfer of benefits option is a landmark benefit to eligible Airmen," said Lt. Gen. Richard Newton III, Air Force Personnel and Manpower deputy chief of staff. "The transfer option also serves as an effective military retention and recruiting tool."