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A Typical Day in Air Force Basic Military Training

0445 Reveille 0500 Downstairs in formation. Get ready for PC (Physical Conditioning) 0500-0600 PC. This will alternate. One day you run, the next day you do aerobic exercises. 0600-0615 Breakfast 0630-0745 Dorm Setup 0800-1130 Drilling, classes, records checks, shots, uniform issue, etc. … [Read more...]

Studying for Basic Military Training

Before you go to Basic Training, you may want to become familiar with the following basics that will be required of you. Air Force Ranks (both Officer and Enlisted) How to Perform the Military Salute The BMT Chain of Command The Air Force Song The Air Force Core Values The Airmen's Creed How to Report HOW TO REPORT When reporting to a superior, say, "Sir/Ma'am, Trainee (your … [Read more...]

What to Bring to Basic Military Training

Packing for BMT When packing for Basic Military Training, less is more. You want to stay as comfortable and under the radar as you can to avoid any unwanted attention. Do not bring anything that is considered inappropriate or it will be confiscated. Clothing and Accessories Four days worth of civilian clothes Civilian eyeglasses Boxers or briefs - Male Underpants - … [Read more...]

Air Force Physical Fitness Requirements

    It is suggested that you be able to complete the minimum Graduation Standards before reporting to Basic Military Training. Recruits that exceed the minimum standards are awarded and recognized upon graduation. The three Physical Fitness Test events are: one minute of push-ups, one minute of sit-ups, and a timed 1.5 mile run. Graduation Fitness Standards for … [Read more...]

Requirements to Join the Air Force

Updated July 2019 Before you visit your local recruiter, be sure you meet the minimum qualifications for serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Some qualifications are required by all five services: You must be a U.S. citizen or resident alien. You must be at least 17 years old (17-year old applicants require parental consent) to apply and in BMT before your 28th birthday. … [Read more...]

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