The Space Force now trains its new recruits at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in Texas, but wants to set up its own specialized basic military training program. (Daniel Cruz/U.S. Air Force) The Space ...

New Air Force recruits reporting to boot camp in October can expect more time spent working out and a new series of field events that simulate deployments to combat zones. “Physically, it’s going to ...

In a move meant to boost fighting spirit in new Air Force and Space Force recruits, basic trainees are now issued M-4 rifles early in boot camp which they carry and maintain throughout the course at ...

The top enlisted airman said Air Force recruits should one day carry actual rifles during basic military training. (Ava Leone/U.S. Air Force) The U.S. Air Force eventually wants its aspiring recruits ...

The Air Force's top enlisted leader said there's a desire to let trainees at the service's boot camp carry real rifles, a change that would mirror long-standing norms for other military branches. Last ...

Air Force Basic Military Training trainees carry practice weapons at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on August 2, 2024. (Ava Leone/Air Force) Airmen and guardian recruits are now carrying ...

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. The US Air Force hopes to eventually require its recruits to carry real weapons during basic training, ...

An curved arrow pointing right. Military training instructors are responsible for training new recruits at the United States Air Force's 7 ½-week basic military training. But before they're certified ...

Inside Air Force, Space Force & Coast Guard boot camp: The hidden struggle Posted: May 7, 2026 | Last updated: May 7, 2026 Training in these branches demands precision, endurance, and adaptability.

Kayla Killin of Del Rio, Texas, has always been close to her little brother, Quico. So, when she graduated from Basic Military Training at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas, he was the natural choice ...

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