Hello, how do I reformat a MacBook Air?  Extended Journaled?

Hello, what format do I use to reformated my MacBook Air.  I want to erase the HD and reinstall OS X on it.

When you say 'if you need to ask' are you suggesting thre are other ways to format the drive depending on my skill?
As I mentioned previously I would like to erase all the infomration on the laptop, reinstall OS X and then use my time caspule back up to retrieve only what I need to travel for the next couple of months.
Thanks for your help

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