In a statement, the Air Force explained that the Officer Training Course "is aimed at young people up to 27 years old, with a bachelor's or master's degree, who want to join a dynamic and prestigious career".

The Enlisted Personnel Training Course, "is available to candidates between 18 and 24 years old, with the 9th or 12th grade, depending on the chosen specialty".

"There are several areas available, including lawyers, mechanics, psychologists, musicians, engineers, air traffic controllers, cyber security, administration, cooks, waiters, nurses, among others," says the text.

On its website, the Air Force explains that to compete it is necessary to have the required academic qualifications, be at least 18 years old and a maximum of 27 years old for Officers and 24 years old for Sergeants and Enlisted, have Portuguese nationality and not have tattoos on the hands, face or head or neck.