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The 63rd ARS is looking for a few brave, prior-rated souls to join our ranks. Here’s 9 Reasons to join the Pirates.

Extreme Weight Loss Challenge: Try sitting in a KC-135 cockpit during a Florida July. You may even win some money in our annual weight loss challenge.

The "Pirate Life" Tax Deduction: We can’t legally call you a pirate on official federal documents, but you could be enjoying no state income tax in Florida.

Age Before Beauty: Why fly a new Boeing product that can’t even be delivered without problems when you can fly one of the oldest airworthy military aircraft the US has to offer.

Exclusive Waterfront Property: Our base beach offers stunning views of the Gulf. Please disregard any "Biological Hazard" signs.

Thermal Superiority: De-icing is not a thing here. Golf, surf, or drink super mai tais on the beach year round.

The Hurricane Lottery: Every time a tropical storm rolls in, the Air Force pays for you to evacuate to a mid-tier Marriott in a city that is slightly less likely to be underwater.

Professional Sports... Potential: We are strategically located near teams that are "rebuilding." This means tickets are cheap, expectations are low, and beers are plentiful.

Biodiversity Management: Become a multi-capable airman by trying to squash the resident rat population. I guess James didn’t get them all.

Elite Status: You’ll be flying a legendary airframe that was built when your grandfather was "finding himself." It’s not "old," it’s "vintage."

For our avid fans, there are only 9 this time. We asked for 10 but the tenth is on a maintenance delay.

** Go to 63ARS.com and check out frequently asked questions. Because we are testing out the application process on 63ARS.com you can apply there and also submit a resume to 63ars.pirate@gmail.com. **Application deadline - 4 June 2026

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