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...]
Air Force Height and Weight Requirements
Here are the height and weight requirements you must meet before entering the Air Force: Height Max Weight (lbs.) 58 132 59 136 60 141 61 145 62 150 63 155 64 160 65 165 66 170 67 175 68 180 69 … [Read more...]
Air Force Special Tactics
The Air Force's Special Tactics teams consist of airmen from four different career fields: Combat Controllers, Pararescuemen, Special Operations Weathermen and Tactical Air Control Party. Each of these special operations career fields requires specialized intensive training. Click on the following links to get the details the training for each of these elite career … [Read more...]