Air Force Officer REACTS to Air Force Academy Basic Training
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Every summer, the Air Force Academy brings in over 1,000 young men and women who will become future officers in the U.S. Air Force. But before they get started, they have to endure 6-weeks of Basic Training in the mountains of Colorado Springs. As someone who graduated from the Academy in 2018 and went through this grueling summer myself, I decided to walk you through it and break it all down. Do you think you have what it takes?
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Definitely following this thread. Happy Halloween 🎃
Ha! I'm the Basic in your thumbnail picture. Crazy that people are still using that photo. Keep up the great work with the videos!
Haha WHATTT. That’s so funny. What year was that from?
@@SamEckholm summer 2009, class of 2013 BCT.
@@rachelbu5534 the military targets poor people and minorities who don’t have the same privileges and lifestyle as white people. And they send these people to die for useless oil wars. We waste a lot of money on the military, instead of investing those tax dollars on our citizens for higher education and opportunities. They brainwashed you thinking America is the”best country” in the world 😂 also theres systemic factors that affect the military and poor people/minorities. Like for example; poor people/minorities are more likely to get arrested/get charged, be obese and have no proper education due to systemic racism and a rly bad education system. And the military has lowered its standards for these reasons and funny that people are too stupid to realize that. you think rich privileged white kids are going to die for useless oil wars??😂 no, THEYRE getting shipped off to Harvard or a fancy preppy school. So we’re left with the minorities and poor people.
@@SamEckholm the military targets poor people and minorities who don’t have the same privileges and lifestyle as white people. And they send these people to die for useless oil wars. We waste a lot of money on the military, instead of investing those tax dollars on our citizens for higher education and opportunities. They brainwashed you thinking America is the”best country” in the world 😂 also theres systemic factors that affect the military and poor people/minorities. Like for example; poor people/minorities are more likely to get arrested/get charged, be obese and have no proper education due to systemic racism and a rly bad education system.And the military has lowered its standards for these reasons and funny that people are too stupid to realize that. you think rich privileged white kids are going to die for useless oil wars??😂 no, THEYRE getting shipped off to Harvard or a fancy preppy school. So we’re left with the minorities and poor people.
@@Lucas-zu3fn wow you wanted your time writing that no one is going to read that shit
I would prabably cry at the graduation ceremony lol. All that hard work and it's like "Yes!! I finally did it". Especially if you were a person who had to prove people wrong about you never amounting to anything in life.
Wow.
My friends think I’m going to amount to nothing and I want to join the academy so I can prove them all wrong
@@bruhmomment2999 wouldn’t say those are your friends
@@bruhmomment2999 You can achieve anything in life all it takes is hard work and Dedication. Good luck
@@bruhmomment2999 Those don’t sound like very good friends.
This looks like summer camp versus Air Force Enlisted BMT
Meh. This video really doesn't show anything that actually made BCT suck ass. It's everything they don't show that really sucked. We have plenty of prior enlisted that come through the Academy. Most say something along the lines of BMT being harder emotionally/mentally because the MTI's really knew how to get in your head. And the MTI's of course were also just on point with everything. But they also have said that Academy BCT was much harder physically.
and airforce BMT looks like summer camp versus all other branches
@@yoadmar2-008 air force still has the nicest things
@@yoadmar2-008 Exactly. Funny to see these people coming here with a "eh, this other part of the Air Force is much harder" because we both know that it's still ridiculously easy compared to what everyone else in the other branches goes through. Hearing two Air Force people talk about who had the harder training is like watching a competition to see who the world's tallest dwarf is.
As an Army Infantry vet......LOL
Definitely not your typical college experience! Im curious... how many of you would be up for attending the Air Force Academy?
Applying to ‘26... hopefully I can get in 🤞🏻
@@alecrehagen2021 Best of luck!
Just got accepted for C/O 2025!!
I guess I'll be attending after high school(i’m still in middle school)
I’m currently enlisted and I applied through the LEAD program for Class of ‘25. I get my answer next month. 😁
when I was in High School I wanted to go to the Academy, but summer before entering my Jr. year I got a medical condition and just like that my hopes for bing in the Air Force just went out the window. My Father was 23 years in Air Force and retired as a Lt. Bird ( Lt. Col.)
Same here (well, at least, my country’s version of USAFA). it’s a bummer but I’m glad I’m not the only one who has experienced this.
What condition did you get if you don’t mind me asking?
@@hey9433 Ligma
@Cory Templar Good one!
this was literally my basic why tf am I watching this😂 giving me flashbacks
@JN - 06BA 906155 Williams Parkway Sr PS our cadet instructor pilots teach us the basics of flight in engine-less gliders during first year. after that, we can choose between programs where we continue flying in gliders or cessna planes (or both). if you're good enough in a glider, you can be chosen as an instructor pilot yourself. or if you're really daring, we even have a program where you jump out of planes! you can also be selected for incentive rides in operational air force planes, anything from fighter jets to tankers to helicopters: the instructor pilots will teach you the basic maneuvers :)
@JN - 06BA 906155 Williams Parkway Sr PS if you count from entering USAFA to flying a F-15, about 7-8 years total. if we're just talking from after commissioning, starting your initial flight training (IFT) to getting selected for and training in a fighter platform after completing undergraduate pilot training (UPT), then 2-3 years
i’m don’t know if i should join the air force in the future should i join?
Im joining in 3 years cant wait
probably flashbacks to the good times. Since airforce BMT is a joke
I did BMT in 2014 and OTS in 2019. BMT had a lot more yelling and controlled chaos made by the MTIs. OTS was just as chaotic but the trainees were in charge with managing that chaos, along with the added stress of academic tests, speeches, and leadership exercises.
In what ways was OTS chaotic??
Do you think it’ll be a good choice to switch to Air Force as enlisted after my first contact (enlisted already) then immediately do OTS?
I’ve never been interested in the military but dang this is basic training! Wow that’s a lot of work. Respect.
Officer basic training not enlisted! It’s different
@@emmatretter5693 wat😂
Wait till u see the Marines Basic Training
fr, marine boot camp seems much harder compared to other videos, not to mention they are on camera so it would be even harder
No this is airforce
These videos are definately a trip. Minor differences (I went to Annapolis, Class of 2001, served 20 years, seven months, six days as a commissioned officer) and regardless of which Service Academy I went to (ultimately was accepted to Annapolis and New London), it was a great expeience. I thank God every day for how life took me. All who enter a Service Academy will make the best friends they've ever had. And when you run into Academy friends on operational tours, it gets even better. And excellent social networking for when you leave the military (we all leave the Service some day) pays dividends for post-military employment opportunities.
I actually Live on the Air Force academy, see them all the time, my mom was the superintendent of the Prep School which is one step lower. Super cool to see!
Your videos have been very helpful for our family. My daughter just got an appointment several days ago. Your videos have answered a lot of questions and calmed some nerves! Thanks for the good information. And thanks for your service too.
Of course! Best of luck to her
First time watching your channel and I’m impressed. Thanks for sharing the overall experience y’all go through while in basic training.
Congrats and thanks for your service. Much respect.
Thanks dude!
@@SamEckholm
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You and my grandfather have inspired me to join the USAF, my grandpa honorably served for 30 years,1965-1995, he was a aircraft mechanic, he worked on aircraft such as sr-71c"Frankenstein" Douglas C-133, hawker harrier, Lockheed C-5, F-4 phantom 2 ,Lockheed YF-12, Boeing B-47, Boeing b-52. was in a experimental, airlift, reconnaissance, and Bombardment squadron
Nice
my dad USAF from 1952, 20-year career Intelligence Officer. Last Call Hickham AFB, when all military concon "placed a noose around hawaii's neck" as stated by a Navy Officer mid waikiki 1959 fake statehood boondoggle that continues rampant to this minute! Kauai ground zero for Ballistic Missile Facility 1.2 billion $ upgrade after a C-Span II video scam.
My great-grandfather was a Colonel in the Air Force and would have been promoted to brigadier general but didn't want to get into politics. He flew fighter jets during World War 2 and I am pretty sure my great-great grandfather was a general in the Air Force.
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My Great Great Grandfather was general in the Amry nor Air Force.
Oh those nasty F-4's nightmares to work on. My father was 23 years in Air Force. My mother was also, but she was not in long time. My dad was reserves and his 2 week he spent 2 weeks in Dover AFB, the crews stacking the casket that were coming over from Vietnam.
@@gumballgilly1432 Jets?
In 1994, my daughter was 13. She was a brilliant student, and ended up being Valedictorian of her high school class, Francis Howell North HS, St. Charles, Missouri, class of 1999. So, in 1994, I was a Master Sergeant, stationed at Elmendorf AFB, outside of Anchorage, Alaska. I called Senator Murkowski's office, to inquire about an appointment to the USAFA (the Air Force Academy), and I was told $20,000.00 was the going rate. Yep. Straight up bribery..and I am MORE than willing to take a polygraph on this. Happens everywhere.
Another example of how USELESS and CORRUPT our federal government is. We NEED to go back to the articles of confederation and eliminate this abomination.
The senator does the nomination; the academy does the appointment.
Enlisted here “👋🏻” however I grew up in Colorado Springs. My fathers friend was the head coach for the Falcons hockey team. I went most every summer to the hockey camp there at AFA. Always regret not attending AFA and not using my degree to become and officer but have thoroughly enjoyed my enlisted career. Great videos! Thank you for sharing.
As an enlisted airman in security forces tech school right now I can say that I think bmt is harder for enlisted
Lol I was thinking the same thing!
I’m at the tech school for PA and I completely agree.
The Air Force is easy in general lmaao
Ayyeee I was at you camp for our FTx in the army and we oils go to the chow hall for dinner and play basketball with the airman. It was nice meeting you guys
It definitely is
I love seeing your usafa videos! I love how in depth it goes and I am now highly considering attending usafa!
Thanks for doing videos like this, man. Content like this will hopefully inspire folks who consider the military and might also help some worried parents get prepared as well.
That's the goal!
I could never find an Air Force academy video, so 5is was my only hope!
Well shit, I should've gone the officer route. Lackland looks like a prison compared to the academy.
Not gonna lie their basic looks easier then ours does. They share a room with one other person then 50 other dudes :'( I should have gone officer route
@@SxGKillshots Couldn't agree more, getting to play sports for example too. Like that would've been kinda sick.
trueeee
@@SxGKillshots Basic training is the easiest part of USAFA and the video does not show everything
and it was only 6 weeks, mind you yeah youll be there for 4 years but still. BMT was 2 months which i mean is only 2 extra weeks
As an applicant for the US Air Force Academy, this makes me feel excited and anxious at the same time.
Great video Sir. My Sam is entering 7th grade this fall and we have just returned from his 2nd visit to the Academy. This is his goal and your videos will help. Thanks for your service!
Save up your money for the bribe.
Sam, it's great that you're making these videos. Looking back as someone who doesn't feel young anymore, I wish I had these kind of resources when I was looking at college. Don't get me wrong, I'm pretty happy with where I've ended up in life, but I think I would have liked trying out the Air Force Academy if I had known better.
Thanks Sam (and all other military folks) for your service. The world is much safer thanks to you and your sacrifices 😄👮🇺🇲 👍👍
Cool! I’m definitely going to try to get into the academy!
Best of luck!
Just heard you answer my question. Because you use your right hand to salute. Sam, thanks for this video. Your awesome.
Today I found your channel. Being a defence brat it made my day. Thank you for bringing the CZcams community close to the defence fraternity (especially, US Air Force).
I was an Army Cadet at the University in Colorado Springs there and the Air Force Academy let us into Jacks Valley quite a bit, its a neat place. Learned how to land navigate there and did some FTXs there too. Cool place, we did the O course and assault there too. We'd be out there pretty much every Thursday.
I love this video bc it’s puts everything into perspective
I find it hilarious that the officers start during the day time. For BMT, all of the newly enlisted members showed up at night. I arrived at like 10 at night and it was well after midnight before we got to bed, and then up at 6am. We didn't have rooms we had an open bay, ever have to clean a bay room floor with a toothbrush on a Sunday for inspection Monday morning? Retired MSgt USAF 1985-2006.
i remember playing "Pick 'em up, Put 'em down" on 0 night a BMT
Very thorough and encouraging!
Certainly a fascinating insight.
I'm an airman in the Royal Air Force and currently staff (more on holding until my next phase of training starts) at the RAF College Cranwell, so seen a bit of the training for the officers on this side of the pond.
My buddy just finished basic at air force! This was such a great video to understand what he went through lol!
Airforce BCT looks like a stroll in the park than the Marines and Army.
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And they can't even low crawl right, or keep the muzzle of their weapon out of the dirt. Very basic warfighter task.
It's almost like most Air Force jobs don't require combat training, so the basic training is more focused intellectually then physically.
@@SuitOne An intelligent person would know not to have dirt in their muzzle.
@@bataber89 An intelligent person isn't crawling around in the dirt with a gun.
You made me laugh at the uniform remark. I was in when we wore the heavy starched woodland BDU's down is Lackland in the summer and also black polished boots. I was in from 15 April 1997 through 15 April 2001. I went from Lackland to Sheppard to Luke then home station at Hill AFB, UT. I was 2A3X3B an F-16 crew chief with the 4th FS 388th FW 12th AF we were the Fighting Fujins. But it is lots of fun watching cadates that came from the lower altitudes and come up to to between 6 and 7 thousand ft up. They lock their knees and down they go.
Hey Sam! I’m so glad I randomly came across this video, I’m a sophomore in high school and it’s my dream to be a fighter pilot one day, and I am definitely planning on going to USAFA. This video helped we take a closer look at what’s gonna go down, so thank you!
same bro
It’s amazing seeing the difference between Air Force Academy and Marine Corps Boot Camp. Crazy.
Morning Sam. Have an awesome, productive and blessed day.
You should definitely have more subscribers! Good luck.
My brother graduated from USAFA in 1979. The last all-male class of cadets. BEAST basic training in Jack’s Valley is 100% easier today than what my brother had to go through. My brother also had to do tons of Tours (punishment and marching around the Academy with has rifle) for things like having cookies in his dorm room, and getting caught writing a letter home after lights out. He is now a retired Colonel. 😋🇺🇸
You must be very proud of your brother!
Bro love
LCWB 😊
Thank you for your service!!!
Wish I had known about the oppportunity back in 78. I went the enlisted route and retired as a SWO ( Staff Weather Officer) out of Ft. Bragg. Thanks for these Videos. I am encouraging my son Josh to go. He will be a senior in HS this year. He is a top student and varsity Basketball player too.
Mad Respect 💯
Awesome video. These really help with future cadets. Things are a little different now with the COVID restrictions, but hopefully 25ers will have less and it will be a little more of typical experience. 24 made a lot of adjustments through BCT and academic year. Good luck everyone!
I did field training while in the infantry at Jack's Valley. Cold as hell.
I love that major Payne clip
7:20, I am in Civil air patrol, and we do our drill practices at an airport. Planes could be taking off/taxiing around us but can't look. Eyes forward. Eventually, however, they do let us look around. I highly reccomend joining Civil air patrol to anyone who wants to get in the airforce. It's a good start.
I just joined CAP recently. It's been a bit tough figuring out my drill tests since we can't actually get taught in person at the moment.
@@natestickeler924 how recently? They might start having great start days or whatever they are called to teach new cadets. And you might also get a drill notebook to teach yourself. Lastly, if none of those work, look up cap drill or something like that.
@@notalawyer9824 recently as in a few months ago. They've taught us how to do a little bit of drill over the internet, like the achievement 1 drill test, but I've been having to figure out most of it myself. It's not too bad, just probably not as fun as practicing in person
@@natestickeler924 ah. I joined back in January. Be on the lookout for any emails detailing an in person meet up. No matter what it is, I recommend joining it
I was in CAP back in the late 80's into the 90's. I did type A encampment at the Academy in '89 and '90 I know what you're talking about. I was with Broomfield Cadet Squadron. I made it to Cdt. 2Lt. before I got too old to be a cadet and used my Mitchell award when I enlisted in the active duty side.
In my country, it is our parents who help to put our shoulder pads after basic cadet training.
Yea same with us
Thank you for your service all fun aside you guys are amazing
Video quality is amazing.
It’s amazing to see how different the American Airforce is compared to the RAF!
Current AD Enlisted and I’m definitely going to try and apply for USAFA before my first contract is up.
Thanks for your service!
Service.... Lol he's photographer 😂
I loved giving cadets S at the Chapel Hills mall during “parents week”, it was fun!! 🤪
It looks pretty challenging imo. But mad respect to all those who go to the academy
it’s not lmao.
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂it's only 6 weeks. Please look at the marine corps
@@benibeni5284 shit ain't a competition 💀
@@adrmax3292 It is when you’re in the military.
@@benibeni5284 wtf 6 weeks 😭
Reminds me of Swab Summer when I was at the CGA, so many similarities and even the difference serve the same purpose. I was wondering what are the chances you were there at the USAFA and maybe even in the video but didn't notice yourself?
I am looking into joining the military and I was looking into the USCG, right now I’m a sophomore in high school, I’ll be a Junior in one semester. Do you recommend going officer or enlisted and is it tough to get into the CGA? Thanks!
@@ChixNugt All the Service Academy's are hard to get into but it makes them worth doing. I would recommend going Officer so see what you need to do to get into the CGA.
@@Adventuregirl96 ok thanks for your help
My dad was a part of the beginning of the academy back in 1956
The clip from Major Payne was classic!
I am a freshman in high school, this is my dream school thanks to you
I'm also a high school freshman and good luck
Finished my application so I’m praying I can get in or go to the Prep school! Super exciting time right now!!
Did you get accepted ??
Completely different to what we do here in the RAF! We have initial training at RAF Halton and if you would like to become an officer you must train at RAF Cranwell.
I have huge respect for people who can do this. I can't. I don't know if in my country (The Netherlands) it is different, but huge respect.
I visited the American cemetary in Normandie France 3 weeks ago. I am hugely gratefull for al those man and women (yes there are some, nurses etc) who liberated us because they believed in the causse.
I was in the last year of enlistment in the Air Force. Sergeant, at the time. Appointed base airman of the year and the senior enlisted staff indicated that they would refer me to the Academy for the "Prep School", there. This, with full support of the Base Commander.
I often wonder how would have turned out. Honestly, I was a little cynical on how previous enlisted, with 4 years of experience, would be treated by upperclassmen. I did, however, enjoy my career field as an Aircraft Loadmaster, during the Vietnam War.
Its funny seeing your cadre as basics. LOL I recognized so many faces and I'm like so that's what they looked like as a Doolie lmao
You my biggest inspiration
I’m reapplying in 2023! I’m very excited to apply again I got rejected once but it didn’t shoot my plane down just yet. I want this more than anything
damn this is how officers live?... Took me to make E-6 to get close to this pad haha
Airforce seems so chill and awesome. I'd love to get in but dealing with the recruiters is a massive headache.
If you have medical issues, then yeah, but you can fly through the process if your medical is clean.
Hey Sam my dad is a mechanic for the kc-135's in the Nebraska air national guard and my uncle was a mechanic for the thunderbirds.
Holy moly, I remembered when I got my congressional nomination was for class of 2010 (Honorable Brad Miller of NC district 13). I think its alright when someone like a tech sergeant yells at you. But kids yelling at kids, I just find it hilarious. Those POC slot kids are only about 1-3 years older than the fresh recruits. Same stuff with my AFROTC at USF detachment 158 class of 2012. Where I enjoyed my time the most out of these young's man game military pre/prep entry programs/courses was my ArmyJROTC at Wake Forest Rolesville high school class of 2006. Building small leadership ability, enhance character, and instill some discipline to young adults are all good. Police academy mirrors this, but in a more chill and violent ways. Taser, pepper spray, scuffles, putting hands on combative instructors. Speaking from experience, Ybor City HCC Law Enforcement Academy Class 1303 in 2013.
As a mom of a cadet who graduates in 15 days, I love this. Dang, that was a fast 4 yrs. Such a culture shock - but a needed one.
Aw, congratss!!
I’m currently enlisted Air Force and I’m considering the AF academy or going to a normal college and going straight to ots. Not a fan of going straight to ots if you’re not prior enlisted, but I am so, I think ots would be fine since I will have already been in the af for 6 years by the time I finish college.
Also what is the Air Force Academy like for prior enlisted?
CJ, depending on your academic qualifications you might have to go to the Prep School for a year prior to the Academy. Its an extra year and you do another iteration of basic training. With that being said, most of my prior E classmates did it without complaining. As a USAFA grad I'd recommend OTS or one of the active duty to ROTC programs that pay you to go to school. With some college you can already knock down the ROTC time as well.
Good times good times I went Navy myself although I'm an OCS grad prior enlisted. Never got the chance to go to the USN Academy in Annapolis. A lot of my high school class joined the military right after high school as for us it was right after 9/11. A good friend of mine is about to get his silver oakleaves put on in the Coast Guard, 3 became fellow Naval officers and a 1 went USAF. I have a feeling our high school reunion is going to look like a O club as we are all talking about showing up in uniform.
I LOVE THIS CHANNEL
Sam, I have a question. Do you get to choose your major or does the AF choose one for you? My second question is, how is your career path/job determined? I mean, not everyone entering the academy can become a pilot right? Just curious is all. I enjoyed the B roll footage at the beginning 👍🏼. And once again, thank you for your service, sir!
You get to choose your major! You put in preferences for your job too so higher your grades and class rank the better chance you have at getting the job you want
17 and heavily considering joining the AirForce and your channel has been extremely helpful/motivating thanks man
Did you end up joining??
Thanks for the video. My son is currently in the USAFA. He is part of class 2026.
Awesome man!
Hey I'm in Airman rn and coincidentally taking my EOC for my CDC's tomorrow. When I'm completely done I have been thinking about getting my Bachelors degree to make the attempt to transition from enlisted to officer. My end goal is to hopefully become a pilot since that is what I have wanted to do from the beginning. This video was helpful but do you know of any tips or anything I need to know for this? Or atleast if I'm on the right track? Thanks again!
Another great video, Sam! I've heard from my dad and other retired vets I know (most of them were enlisted) that OCS/OTS is a def more laxed than basic, lol. What's your take on that?
100% more lax haha
@@SamEckholm 😂 Good to know! Had to ask because my dad and his buddies have been bugging me to join AF reserve since I finished grad school, so we'll, haha. Thanks, Sam!
OTS has changed a lot in recent years. There's more of a Basic Training feel with stress and yelling the few weeks than there used to be. It is more relaxed overall than USAFA and but you also have to take on responsibility and learn the military much faster than at USAFA as well.
- USAFA grad, but former OTS Instructor
@@rachelbu5534 Would you say that joining the Air Force is worth it? If my music career doesn't work out, it is something that I am considering doing.
The only fun day of infantry boot camp was completeing the fuckin road march over 12 miles in a time limit with a 65 lb pack and gear and weapon
Damn its all so well organized wish my air force academy had these kind of standards...
Can you please make a video “Academy vs ROTC”
For math knowledge in the ASVAB. What are the specific actual math problems I should prep on learning? For example long division and ect. Since math is my greatest weakness and I really want to know which math problems I should learn so I can ace my pre and regular ASVAB
There are a few websites that have practice asvab questions. Usually they have them separated so you can just focus on one specific part. Hopefully this helps
I was enlisted way back in 1976 to 1982 and never gave a thought of promoting to officer grades. My Dad was a retired Air Force Master Sergeant and was a Staff Sergeant when I was born. My goal before discharging after 6 years service was to promote to Staff Sergeant just as my Dad was. I was given my line number if I remember correctly was 235 or so, and put on my chevrons 1 October 1981 and discharged 21 June 1982, I was pleased that I was able to wear Staff Sergeant. I was taught to groom my airmen to take my position later and took this serious. One such Airman was due to promote to E-4 Sergeant, due to letters he received he was not favorable for this promotion. The airman had a big mouth and I told him that he needed to control his mouth. The Colonel looked at me again, asking if I still supported this airman to be promoted. I said Yes Sir! The Colonel threatened to have my new Chevrons if this man screwed up, I told the airman I will have your star in the chevron before the Colonel gets my rocker. Later the Sergeant told me because I supported him as I did it changed his career. He had a line number for Staff Sergeant when I discharged. I do not know how far he went in rank, but got his first leadership training in front of the Commander's desk. Both the Airmen/NCO's and Officer corps have different jobs to do, but it takes each person to get that job carried out. I personally had excellent Officer's leading our Squadron and Flights. We were in Strategic Air Command at the time and the command demanded excellence in everything we did. We had the mission of winning the cold war by being ready 24/7, 365 days a year to retaliate if it were necessary. We won the cold war because all of us, Airmen, NCO's and Officers were dedicated to the mission and we collectively since 1946 to 1991 won the cold war. I am proud to have been a part of the Air Force as an enlisted man, but several Officers that went on to promote to General rank were a part of how I turned out while serving. This long but please, If you see anyone in uniform of any of our 7 service branches, thank them for standing watch so our nation can still be Free, remember Freedom is Not free, many have given their all so you and I can be free. Personally I think enlisted basic training is more aggressive, but I never till now with your video witnessed the officer trainee's being yelled and screamed at. Thank You for sharing your experiences being an officer in the best United States Air Force on the planet and thank you Sam for serving. Hand Salute!
I’ve been looking for a video such as this. I always wondered what the basic training side of the Academy looked like. Thanks for sharing. Do you get a break after graduation or does the basic training portion end right when classes start?
I had other plans for college so I didn’t go to the academy but now that I transferred to join AFROTC I wish I would’ve gone
Hey man USAFA is dope and all but enjoy life at a normal college. ROTC is honestly the best of both worlds. My sister and two of my closest friends graduated from USAFA. The Academy is cool but you still have lots of opportunities in the air force and end up with the same job and rank after ROTC.
This looks so hard. And I'm supposed to join in October
good luck! youll do great!
Bruh, it's soooooo easy compared to other branches
It looks so fucking easy
You can do IT!
You’re gonna do great. I’m gonna try as hard as I can to get in to the academy
Wow!! There are so many similarities with HAF Academy basic training!! Especially at the first part of it
So many muzzles in the dirt! Watching these videos make me regret not going the Officer route... or even the Air Force in general!
I don't know what I'm doing here anyway I'm french but good luck doe u killing it guys:)
So kind!
Ah, BCT. So many memories! 25 summers ago I got going on that journey. Of course it was way harder then. And it was way harder 50 years ago when my dad went through it.
Loved the Major Payne scene!! 🤣
Lol. I knew I recognized you. This is Dan from Mitches A.K.A. Dirty D. Still working at Mitches with some added responsibility as a SQ EM Rep. There has been a bit of change here regarding construction/ restoration at the fountains and the Chapel is still being cacooned for renovation.
Hey! Great to hear from you and glad you’re still doing great work for the cadets.
Do you still have to go through BCT if you're commissioning from enlisted and have already been through BMT?
Yep you do
Please react to space force basic training. It’s super easy. Wanna see your reaction 😂
Applying to be an AMT this DSD cycle so hopefully I’ll be there soon but in a different capacity.
2nd lieutenant Sam Eckholm I truly do thank you for your service my dream is to be a pilot in the Air Force and the amount of disrespect you guys get takes a chunk out of my heart I truly do appreciate you so thank you for being all that you are.