PCS Timeline Tracker
Every milestone from orders to keys, sequenced by phase. Set your report date and the windows fill in automatically. Progress saves in your browser.
6 Months Out
3 Months Out
60 Days Out
30 Days Out
Arrival Week
First 30 Days
Resources & references
Questions people actually ask
When should I start planning a PCS move to Wright-Patterson AFB?
Six months out, if you can. That is when you want to verify your reporting date, request your VA Certificate of Eligibility, start loan pre-approval, and begin researching neighborhoods. Housing is the long-lead item. Starting the home search early is the single biggest stress reducer, especially if you plan to buy.
Can I buy a home before I arrive at Wright-Patterson?
Yes. It is common. Most buying families lock in a VA lender around three months out, take a house-hunting trip (or tour virtually for a remote PCS), go under contract around 60 days out, and close right before or during the move. A VA loan requires no down payment for eligible service members.
What are the hard deadlines after I arrive in Ohio?
Ohio requires a state driver's license and vehicle registration within 30 days of establishing residency. Bring your PCS orders to the BMV. On the military side, report to WPAFB per your orders, complete in-processing, and file your travel voucher promptly for reimbursement.
Does this tracker save my progress?
Yes. Your checked tasks and reporting date are stored in your browser, so you can come back over the months of your move and pick up where you left off. Nothing is uploaded. It stays on your device.
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Don't run this timeline alone.
We work with military families through this exact sequence, from long-distance search to keys at the gate. Tell us your report date and we'll work backwards from it.