Military Paratrooper Training

Hey guys, I've always been fascinated with paratrooping. I was wondering, is learning how to parachute part of training in all branches of the military or is it exclusive to just some branches?

Paratrooper training, also known as airborne school, is not a standard part of training in all branches of the U.S. military. Here's how it generally breaks down:

In the Army, paratrooper training is primarily conducted for certain groups such as the 82nd Airborne Division and the 75th Ranger Regiment, among others. Soldiers from other units and branches can also volunteer for the training at the U.S. Army Airborne School.

The Marine Corps do not have a specific paratrooper unit like the Army, but they do have Marines trained as parachutists. These are often those involved in Reconnaissance or Force Recon roles.

In the Air Force, it's usually personnel in Combat Control, Pararescue, and Special Reconnaissance roles that receive parachute training.

As for the Navy, the SEALs (Special Warfare Operator rating) receive parachute training. Regular sailors typically do not.

The Coast Guard generally does not have paratrooper units. However, there might be some specialized roles where parachute training is involved for rescue operations.

As of 2019, the United States also has the U.S. Space Force as a recognized military branch. However, paratrooper training is not currently part of their program given the nature of their operations.

So, while not every individual in the military receives parachute training, there are a variety of roles across several branches where it's included. If you're really interested in parachute training, it would be best to look into the specific branches and roles that provide that training.