What's Inside The United States Air Force Academy?

Sdílet
Vložit
  • čas přidán 6. 06. 2024
  • Learn how to get accepted into the Air Force Academy! www.academyblueprint.com/
    MY SOCIAL MEDIA!
    ---------------------------------------------
    📸 Instagram - / sameckholm
    ✖️ X - / sameckholm
    🎶 TikTok - / sameckholm
    📲 Facebook - / sameckholm
    🤖 Join My Discord! - / discord
    ✈️ Sign up for My Newsletter! - bit.ly/3VJEpfV
    Huge thanks to the U.S. Air Force Academy for making this video possible!
    THE DREAM TEAM:
    Cam Op #1: Nate Reimers / natereimers
    Creative Director: Washington Chua / washingtonchua
    Editor: Luke Eckholm / lukeckholm
    VIDEO CHAPTERS:
    0:00 Introduction
    1:11 Terrazzo
    2:07 Mitchell Hall
    3:10 Noon Meal Formation
    3:51 Running the Strips
    4:30 Dormitories
    6:20 Room Tour
    7:28 Chapel
    8:23 Polaris Hall
    9:13 Honor Board Room
    9:52 Arnold Hall
    10:22 Planetarium
    10:47 Interested in the Air Force Academy?
    12:07 Academics
    12:42 Fairchild Hall
    13:55 McDermott Library
    14:21 The Footprints
    15:05 Athletics
    15:40 Outdoor Ropes Course
    16:07 Athletic Facilities
    16:53 Natatorium
    17:38 Field House
    18:56 Airfield
    20:21 Wings of Blue
    21:10 Falcon Stadium
    *Non-Endorsement Statement- Reference to any specific company, products, processes, or services by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise in this video does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement by the United States Air Force, Department of Defense, or any other governmental entity.
    --------------------------------------------
    Email: ✉️
    contact@sameckholm.com

Komentáře • 1,1K

  • @SamEckholm
    @SamEckholm  Před 9 měsíci +208

    Are you interested in attending the Air Force Academy? ✈️ Check out my online course, breaking down everything you need to know about preparing, applying, and surviving. www.academyblueprint.com/

    • @pyeitme508
      @pyeitme508 Před 9 měsíci +5

      Wow

    • @MechAero_Labs
      @MechAero_Labs Před 9 měsíci +10

      Can a non-USA citizen join ?

    • @Envixityghost
      @Envixityghost Před 9 měsíci +3

      @@MechAero_Labs no

    • @SamEckholm
      @SamEckholm  Před 9 měsíci +28

      @@MechAero_Labs Yes! However, it's done through the international student program. It's a bit complex, but I break it all down in my online course if you're interested.

    • @doglover136_
      @doglover136_ Před 9 měsíci +4

      my friend madeline wilson just completed the freshman bootcamp i think it’s called, she is a freshman and i wish her luck even though i haven’t talked to her in a while

  • @ShinjukuTokyo-yq6mp
    @ShinjukuTokyo-yq6mp Před 9 měsíci +275

    Two years ago, you inspired me to apply to USAFA. Now i'm watching your videos in my dorm room in Vandenburg, shinning my shoes and ironing my short sleeve blues.

    • @SamEckholm
      @SamEckholm  Před 9 měsíci +54

      Oh wow that’s pretty cool! Hope you enjoy your time there 👍🏼

    • @ankitsasmal6513
      @ankitsasmal6513 Před 9 měsíci +6

      Hi Shinjuku , Did you know what is the name of the jacket Sam wearing in this vlog

  • @BenNgo
    @BenNgo Před 9 měsíci +944

    I'm not a military member. I'm not even American. But watching this video and learn about all the amazing high standards & facilities of the Academy fills me up with pride for the US Air Force.

    • @x-men69-96
      @x-men69-96 Před 9 měsíci +46

      Come to the US and join the Air Force. You will earn a green card as well with an excellent pay and benefits.

    • @marcusburrell8023
      @marcusburrell8023 Před 9 měsíci +21

      @@x-men69-96they only do this with certain countries now after 2016.

    • @x-men69-96
      @x-men69-96 Před 9 měsíci +18

      @@marcusburrell8023 2023, they need people now, desperately.

    • @pizzacutter5469
      @pizzacutter5469 Před 9 měsíci +7

      @@marcusburrell8023Is Italy and Switzerland part of those countries?

    • @marcusburrell8023
      @marcusburrell8023 Před 9 měsíci +7

      @@pizzacutter5469 I’m not sure exactly I know the Philippines is one. It should be easy to look up though.

  • @jedcosby7000
    @jedcosby7000 Před 9 měsíci +255

    As a West Point cadet, this is an incredible video and it was very cool to see the similarities and differences between USAFA and USMA. Your video quality is insane and I wish someone made a video like this for my academy. Thank you for your hard work!

    • @SamEckholm
      @SamEckholm  Před 9 měsíci +89

      Sounds like I need to come out and make one for West Point 😉 . Thanks man!

    • @vanrothpeou4291
      @vanrothpeou4291 Před 9 měsíci +19

      @@SamEckholm Please make one for West Point.

    • @jonhettrick7969
      @jonhettrick7969 Před 9 měsíci +19

      Also do it for the naval academy. I only say that because I live in Maryland. But I was Air Force.

    • @overzone666
      @overzone666 Před 9 měsíci

      absolutely for the naval academy.@@jonhettrick7969

    • @loganleroy8622
      @loganleroy8622 Před 8 měsíci +11

      @@SamEckholm Yes please make one for USNA, too. I think you'd do a good job of doing the other service academies justice. And your videography is top class.

  • @USAIRFORCE621
    @USAIRFORCE621 Před 9 měsíci +139

    Having been born and raised in the backyard of the U.S. Naval Academy I can personally attest to the history that each service academy has but also having mentored countless cadets throughout my 16+ years in Civil Air Patrol the Air Force Academy is definitely on the top of my list of places to visit! Fortunately many of our cadets who attend a service academy will be so experienced with drill and ceremony that they'll have a significant advantage of other newbies!! Excellent video Sam, hope you're able to visit the USNA, USMA and USCGA as well sir!!

    • @prestonwhite4129
      @prestonwhite4129 Před 9 měsíci +4

      I sincerely hope he visits USNA, I am a Mid that would love to meet him!

    • @nathanking8396
      @nathanking8396 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@prestonwhite4129congrats on your acceptance. Enjoy your time there but don’t waste it. You have a very important job ahead of you. Good luck.

    • @glitchtastic759
      @glitchtastic759 Před 9 měsíci

      @@prestonwhite4129
      “Mid”shipmen being sus.

    • @gardraulin4746
      @gardraulin4746 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Always nice to see a senior member for CAP out here, Semper Vigilance, sir.

    • @andersenclark8238
      @andersenclark8238 Před 8 měsíci +1

      what about usmma?

  • @lyonanddebanderson4418
    @lyonanddebanderson4418 Před 9 měsíci +95

    Excellent video kudos, Sir. I joined as enlisted airman out of high school 1987-1992; The best decision in my life. To anyone watching this video: Air Force officers are some of the best trained, educated, & natural leaders I have ever met. The Air Force turned an 18 year old teenager in me into a dedicated police chief, medic, husband, & father of 30 years. It can be tough, but WELL WORTH IT-Go Falcons!!!

  • @AstralSax
    @AstralSax Před 9 měsíci +30

    ngl this video gives me chills even watching as a cadet here at USAFA. Thank you for the high quality work you give to what your passionate of :D

    • @rodriguezrogelio96
      @rodriguezrogelio96 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Future Air Force pilot buddy keep it going! I’m 26 idk if in a few years I could still join lol or if too late

  • @gizmoswr679
    @gizmoswr679 Před 9 měsíci +49

    Great video Sam .. coulda used this a few years ago. My Dad served USAF enlisted from 52-73, I served USAF enlisted 76-96 (too short to attend USAFA), My daughter graduated in 2020, my granddaughter is walking the Ramp this year. Fly high Falcons!! We're an Air Force family!

    • @scuffedgravyboat
      @scuffedgravyboat Před 7 měsíci +3

      that is beautiful, thank you to your entire family

  • @seamusoreilly804
    @seamusoreilly804 Před 9 měsíci +90

    As a former AF E6 with almost 12 years active duty (1970-82), I wasn't aware of a lot of this at the Academy. Very informative, Sam, and a well produced video!

    • @scottpatnode92
      @scottpatnode92 Před 9 měsíci

      scarecrow pub...i went to brackett elementary at pease afb, i move to space coast 88 meet 3 Breackett brothers, there was a general Brackett in civil war.1/3 design from annunaki tyet again.
      im portsmouth when christa mc cauliffe from portsmouth blew up like columbia i predict disaster on reentry 15 minutes before lift off.
      1961 , same year as betty n barney hill zeta reticuli bi racial couple abduction ,mike rockerfellar meets new guineau tribe, wow, white meets black, and biracial meets alien. betty n barney hill abduction is correlated to sept 19,20 2014 turkey tsunami correlated from my research from a 15 year tsunami dream flashback i got sept 19,2014 tell everyone put bedrooms upstairs, itell turkey isis invading their country they side with isis, and hit with tsunami like drewam warned 6 days later sept 25, 2014..
      BOOM!!! here comes the BOOM>>
      i postyed in fo in egypt feb 25 2020 mubarek egypt pres ends up dying that day unkowingly and barney hill died feb 25 1969 8 years after abduction ,im God of third heaven my b day 8-3-76(666)777(888)
      st pat, scott patnode
      lucky charms
      ive only spent about 5 years of my 47 year life with a woman, i do love being alone though, so..
      my first sphere ufo cloaked after three seconds april 2005. i came up with triangulated light x,y,z image background behind you in front of you to cloak is what it taught me, china uses for laser light sin sky.
      millions of methheads fast heartsbeats over heating earth..if people worked at night billions wouldnt heat up earth every day either. not much done to cool earth,ever either.thats 3 strikes..
      cali hurricane all that rain to wash the poo, pee and fentanyl into the drinking water..lol
      i was hit twice in one week car accidents, i had friend die his brother died 2 weeks later, i was born 2 months pre mature, hawking , ermey, bell, ms bush died in "222" fashion when my friends and i seeing 222 constantly and figuring its connected to annunaki sun people, 1/3 hawking 76-2=74 ermey age, -2 Bell 72+20=92 age of nancy bush when she died i shook her husbands hand 1982 nellsis afb he said: do you know why you are here?" .."yes i do, i was here to save planet with aliens your country stole from trying to kill now im the avatar everything i see , think , or do your country copies, like the wanna be it is, and doesnt share the alien tech it steals so i started designing anti radiation tech had aliens take out nuclear reactors,collapse some tunnels carlsbrad, hanford, china binary inert gas nuclear power problem when my binary inert gas vehicle is stolen by john deere and nasa, when theyre dropping your craft hitting iss with meteor the week i wanted, correlated dust storm and wanted voyager craft taken out instead, dust storm takes out opprtunity rover, i got everything documented pics on everything, entire invasion, both shuttles , challenger, columbia, fukushima, chernobyl 1986 military takes too much blood out of me puts me in seizure , no lawsuit no money either, chernobyl means "wormwood" from revelations, dumb planet..
      youtube :sumsco vanpat
      P node
      pinterest@scottpatnode3
      youre being eliminated, terminated, better learn quick who God and Satan are!! i did..heatt causes dehydraTION AND distress
      grandmother lived mount wildcat next to mount washington, i got pics of washington in clouds.dotty and armand wood.rip

    • @opera.exchanger
      @opera.exchanger Před 8 měsíci +2

      thank you for your service, sir!

    • @pianoscape9235
      @pianoscape9235 Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you for your service

  • @BravoCheesecake
    @BravoCheesecake Před 9 měsíci +127

    I love how the tradition of attention to detail is incorporated into everything. It could mean the difference between life and death in the field. There's a reason we have the best pilots on the planet.

    • @ozz66
      @ozz66 Před 9 měsíci

      best aircraft not pilot

    • @BravoCheesecake
      @BravoCheesecake Před 9 měsíci +2

      @@ozz66 Both

    • @CramcrumBrewbringer
      @CramcrumBrewbringer Před 9 měsíci

      @@ozz66 Both

    • @ethanmayo399
      @ethanmayo399 Před 6 měsíci

      @@ozz66bruh wtf u saying. What do u know about our pilots to justify that they aren’t the best

    • @ozz66
      @ozz66 Před 6 měsíci

      @@BravoCheesecake nope

  • @roccosophie6498
    @roccosophie6498 Před 7 měsíci +18

    As a huge fan of architecture, take a good look at this entire facility. Interior updates aside, this was designed and built in the late 50's and early 60's. And there isn't one square inch of it that looks old or out of date. Tremendous tribute, to architect, Walter Netsch.

  • @bartvos89
    @bartvos89 Před 9 měsíci +50

    I'm from the country of tulips and Vincent van Gogh. This is simply awesome! Your story with the airforce is inspiring. Of course your ambition as a videographer is breathtaking. I hope the new recruits make their dreams come true. And Sam, may yours come true too ✌️

    • @jordroelfsema
      @jordroelfsema Před 9 měsíci +1

      Gekoloniseerd! 😉

    • @KimYoungUn69
      @KimYoungUn69 Před 9 měsíci +1

      U from turkey?

    • @kareharpies
      @kareharpies Před 9 měsíci +1

      Lol its true tulips are native to and first bred by the turks. But he did say vincent van gogh so in addition to the tulip reference its clear he's dutch.

  • @SpiritHawk7
    @SpiritHawk7 Před 9 měsíci +3

    This video is beyond amazing. I have never seen such a thorough (though brief) tour of this campus before. Even from the Academy itself and snippets from "a day in the life students", they leave a LOT about this place out.
    I never knew half of the facilities even existed, such as the observatory or that there was a ski shop, etc and that certain places were open to the public. No one ever talks or shows some of the most commonly accessed places for students such as the massive dorm room complex (the view from 4:56 - 5:02 is completely new to me, the entire interior, and externally again at 6:02 about the Quads) or the library. What gets the most, though still little attention is the mess hall. I had no idea the buildings were like this, as there's usually no focus on any architecture besides the chapel - and that's a real disservice. The most that's put out to the public are very few specific aerial shots of the terrazzo (I didn't know there were water fountains and gardens) circling their focus around the exterior of chapel, and the first day footprints. Other than that, it's just the interior of the football field, especially during graduation. Thank you for also including footage of the other athletics fields as well.
    Seriously, well done. This video is an excellent "look inside" for those interested in the Academy. While I won't ever be a student here (my time has passed. Had I wanted to join and been appointed straight out of high school, I would have been part of the class of 2013 - plus even if age weren't a factor, I would be disqualified as I also have a Bachelor of Science degree from another institution - something an applicant cannot have earned prior to joining as the institution), I do love learning about service academies and what student life is like there. From my perspective, compared to the USNA and the USMA at West Point, the USAFA objectively seems to have the least amount of public outreach, such as this simple broad-based tour. You really do fill a much needed informational role. Thank you.

  • @theaviationchannel9111
    @theaviationchannel9111 Před 9 měsíci +36

    I am 16 at the moment and I live in New Zealand. I am incredibly ambitious move to the US after finishing high school and to join the academy. It would be the ultimate dream come true to serve as a fighter pilot in the USAF. To become involved with the space industry as an astronaut after serving would be incredible also!
    Thank you so very much for this incredibly useful video Sam.

    • @AbhinavSingh04
      @AbhinavSingh04 Před 8 měsíci +13

      Instead of doing that, I would recommend serving your own country by joining the NZ airforce.

    • @tammytammy6138
      @tammytammy6138 Před 8 měsíci +4

      You can come as an international student and then commission into your own Air Force, check with your U.S. embassy!

    • @enriqueleal-sierra
      @enriqueleal-sierra Před 7 měsíci

      @@AbhinavSingh04shut up

    • @SnackPack913
      @SnackPack913 Před 7 měsíci +2

      Study hard and good luck!

    • @abdulrafaynawaz1335
      @abdulrafaynawaz1335 Před 6 měsíci

      @@AbhinavSingh04 ABHI-NONE-DONE

  • @ZacharyHarpel
    @ZacharyHarpel Před 9 měsíci +14

    The effort you go through to bring us videos like these, Sam, is unbelievable! Hats off to you! Thanks!

  • @jimwhitaker4327
    @jimwhitaker4327 Před 9 měsíci +5

    Excellent video. I have a nephew senior and niece sophomore (brother & sister) at USAFA and they love it. Can't wait to see them both graduate. My line of work takes me to various military bases and I have such a love for our service men and women, thank you so much for your service.

  • @LivnTex
    @LivnTex Před 7 měsíci +2

    Well done Sam. Thank you for sharing. Watching the video does bring back memories of the academy visiting our '21 cadet graduating from CS-27 Thunderbirds.

  • @charlesfellows6736
    @charlesfellows6736 Před 9 měsíci +14

    What an amazing video!! Thank you for this in depth look behind the scenes!!! As a retired SMSGT (67-92) I am still proud of the Air Force and my country!! Thank you!!

  • @megamachine7818
    @megamachine7818 Před 9 měsíci +156

    wtf. the nicest university ive ever seen and no tuition cost. every university in US could be like this

    • @OperatorRedx
      @OperatorRedx Před 9 měsíci +82

      How? The only reason airforce academy is "free" is because you are required to serve for 5 years afterwards.

    • @JG20204
      @JG20204 Před 9 měsíci +18

      ^^ what that guy said. Any military service academy you are required to serve after you graduate

    • @Ijustwannagohome0212
      @Ijustwannagohome0212 Před 9 měsíci +10

      @@OperatorRedxbro only 5 years? The one in korea requires 10 years of service and its old af

    • @Ijustwannagohome0212
      @Ijustwannagohome0212 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@yogyalreesenah its 10

    • @joshcurtis386
      @joshcurtis386 Před 9 měsíci +13

      It’s only “free” cause you sign a contract saying you’ll serve as an Officer in the Air Force. If you withdraw you either owe the Air Force reimbursement for expenses or a switch of your contract to enlisted service. Either way, your paying for the school through something

  • @Mike-ds1mu
    @Mike-ds1mu Před 5 měsíci +2

    Wow! Great job! I’ve been to the Air Force Academy before. Almost went there. And your video captures the spirit of it. Not only that, I was really interested in all the details that you were able to provide.
    I saw your KC 135 video last night. Like your dad, mine was a KC 135 captain, but that was back in the 60s. He’s been gone for many years and watching your video really connected me better with what he did. I never knew the kind of detail that you showed.
    Thank you. I look forward to your other videos.

  • @janicebrowningaquino792
    @janicebrowningaquino792 Před 6 měsíci +4

    THIS WAS FABULOUS!!!! Thank you SO much for this comprehensive tour of the Academy. I have always been aware of its existence but had NO IDEA of the extent of the facilities! I have family in the Air Force, of whom we are VERY proud. This Grandmother LOVES following you 😊😉!!

  • @FrankMcClung
    @FrankMcClung Před 9 měsíci +11

    This is great Sam. USAFA Admissions should have done this years ago. Happy to see that cadet entrepreneurial spirit still going strong. Hope you make a mint and help some future Zoomies along the way. '93

  • @adeshkumar6502
    @adeshkumar6502 Před 9 měsíci +8

    I'm From India , I can say that Training Center of U.S. Airforce is Awesome. Sending Lots Love From India. Great Video

  • @cevans9750
    @cevans9750 Před 9 měsíci +3

    My dad was a lieutenant colonel in the Air Force and taught physics there back in the 80’s.
    The Cadet Chapel is my favorite part of campus. Definitely a must see.

  • @kencase2179
    @kencase2179 Před 9 měsíci +11

    Sam, thanks for showing us around the Air Force Academy. It is a spectacular campus. Thank you for your service to all who graduated.

  • @tlam4202
    @tlam4202 Před 9 měsíci +18

    This video makes me wish I had the high aspirations of joining the Air Force Academy when I was a freshman or sophomore in high school. Kudos to you for creating a guide to how to join the Academy. I'm certain that it will effect a generation of AF officers.

    • @Team6OWG
      @Team6OWG Před 9 měsíci

      Your basically saying its propaganda then?

  • @hoku51
    @hoku51 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Awesome tour Sam, best yet about the USAFA. I had no idea how big and impressive the campus is. Worked with a lot of Zoomies in my AF and airline career.

  • @blackknight4623
    @blackknight4623 Před 9 měsíci +6

    My dream college for sure! Applying next year and I genuinely can’t wait. I’m nervous but I won’t be too crippled about not getting in. It’s insane and incredibly impressive what the requirements are to get in!

  • @kindnuguz
    @kindnuguz Před 9 měsíci +2

    I love all this and every single person that makes all this possible. 100% worth everything that is put into it.
    To all that are currently in Academy thank you, and to any thinking if they want to join, do it and I thank you in advance.
    I know if I was 18 again and didn't know what I wanted to do, this is a very good career path

  • @ayyjayy2583
    @ayyjayy2583 Před 9 měsíci +17

    As a senior in high school, I understand the pain and stress of going through the college application process. I would suggest starting early and staying organized. Make a list of all the schools you're interested in and their deadlines. Also, take advantage of any resources your school offers, such as guidance counselors or college fairs. Practice for nomination interviews with friends or family, and make sure to research the school beforehand so you're prepared. Remember to take breaks and prioritize self-care during this challenging time. Good luck!

    • @bobbydouglass1813
      @bobbydouglass1813 Před 9 měsíci +2

      yep and you'd better start the process way before your senior yr IF you want to attempt entering one of the service academies!! AIM HIGH

  • @Dallemations
    @Dallemations Před 9 měsíci +3

    fun fact! my dad used to work right next to there at compassion international. there would be times when they would do there air shows so they would quit work early and we would come down there to watch. and since we knew a sergeant from church, he was able to get us a tour. I still remember walking into that huge chapel amazed!

  • @northcarolinagirl
    @northcarolinagirl Před 9 měsíci

    I'm enjoying this so much and well done. My husband was an AOC here for 4 years. We loved base housing and all the amenities including the elementary school for our two boys. We were there 1987-91. He was the AOC for 1st Squadron.

  • @Apacheace101
    @Apacheace101 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Another great resource for anyone interested in the Air Force is Civil Air Patrol. A great entryway into the military life, with tons of fun along the way.
    I was personally a member of the Colorado Wing, Parker Raptors. I made it to Master Sergeant, an NCO. I still remember it well. Highly encourage people to take a look!

  • @TuckandGame
    @TuckandGame Před 9 měsíci +3

    I’m currently a high school sophomore and I’m looking ahead for my future and I have Auburn University on my list but now that I have seen this video. This makes me want to joint the academy and than the Air Force. Thank you so much for this information, Fly High Air Force

  • @andrewcordova3709
    @andrewcordova3709 Před 9 měsíci +9

    As a Colorado resident, this is an amazingly accurate depiction of the AFA.

  • @iltc9734
    @iltc9734 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Really excellent video. I am an Australian writer, working on his first action novel and you just gave me a bunch of new ideas for one of my characters, so thank you very much indeed !

  • @famousamos
    @famousamos Před 8 měsíci +1

    This is cool to see. I went to the Virginia Military Institute (VMI) which was quite the experience. The USAFA seems like it provides a great experience as well in Colorado Springs.

  • @AmericanTacticalFighter
    @AmericanTacticalFighter Před 9 měsíci +3

    What an amazing video!! Awesome tour Sam. Hats off to you! Thanks!

  • @youmadethereboresph
    @youmadethereboresph Před 9 měsíci +6

    You can also join the Air Force as active duty enlisted and then apply to the academy. I've had a few friends do this and it's easier than the normal process since you no longer need a congressman to endorse you. As an airman, just get your commander to sign off and you're good to apply!

    • @js_mad1
      @js_mad1 Před 22 dny

      how does that work? like genuinely asking. i thought u had to have a bachelors dg first before you could enlist?

  • @djcmatador
    @djcmatador Před 9 měsíci

    That's awesome, I lived there from '94 to '04 while my dad was stationed there and it is an absolutely beautiful base. I haven't been back since but it brings back so many memories seeing it for the first time in 20 years. Pretty cool.

  • @aidend5455
    @aidend5455 Před 5 měsíci

    Video quality is amazing. I’d simply go here just for the architecture for how beautiful it’s made. Love this.

  • @yogib37
    @yogib37 Před 9 měsíci +10

    I am way too old to apply, but when I was in High School I wanted to go to the AFA. I highly doubted it I would of been selected. Well did not matter if i would or not I get a medical condition that would fail me anyways. Thanks for sharing this. How I wish I could of gone into the Air Force. My Father a Ret. Lt. COL wrote some recommended letters for some of his youth soccer players that got selected and gone on and grauuated and become fighter pilots. Thank Sam it was a very nice video.

  • @jphoyost
    @jphoyost Před 9 měsíci +3

    Sam, great initiative. Wish I could found someone like you to guide me through this process. I serve military in Sinai back in 1990 and my wish was become US air force pilot at that time. Had a US general recommendation but at the end I quite. Such a shame. With your help, I think you will receive a lot of applications worldwide. Regards

  • @conner_kell5565
    @conner_kell5565 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Brings back memories. The best video of this type I have ever seen. Thank you.
    Class of 89

  • @Tankdestroyer467
    @Tankdestroyer467 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I actually visited this place when I was in Colorado! It's very beautiful, and while it's far from my state, I did seriously consider to join

  • @davidwolf226
    @davidwolf226 Před 9 měsíci +8

    What an interesting and enjoyable tour, Sam. Thank you!

  • @gregorioeduardo
    @gregorioeduardo Před 9 měsíci +1

    Your videos and presentation is getting better every time you upload something.
    You are an example of how we persevere and many times, shoot for the stars when we have the support of those that we love, and those that love us the most 🌈.

  • @bakedpotato31010
    @bakedpotato31010 Před 9 měsíci +11

    great video Sam!
    my brother went to the prep school there last year and that inspired me so much that I dream of going to the academy
    I hope one day I do and my life goal fly the c130.

    • @SamEckholm
      @SamEckholm  Před 9 měsíci +6

      That’s awesome! The prep school is an amazing opportunity too. Best of luck to you.

  • @Adventuregirl96
    @Adventuregirl96 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Thank you for the tour I was able to tour the Chapel and a bit more a few years ago.

  • @user-lu4hx8ly2k
    @user-lu4hx8ly2k Před 3 měsíci +2

    you are awesome sam, ive wanted to know more about the life as a cadet at the academy for a while🔥

  • @bigman2352
    @bigman2352 Před 9 měsíci

    I have a friend that I met on a cruise ship back in 2004 he was from Colorado Springs and was just about to start his first year at the academy. Nearly 20 years later he and his wife (who he met at the academy) are now officers and operate AWAC’s and they have adopted an ex-service Alsatian.

  • @drizzlybear5231
    @drizzlybear5231 Před 9 měsíci +4

    Awesome video, I really appreciate these videos!!!

  • @noahbohl2127
    @noahbohl2127 Před 9 měsíci +3

    This was really cool, I’m somewhat familiar with the USNA, but this is my first time seeing anything about the Air Force Academy. Really cool to see, and it’s pretty crazy how cool these institutions are from an academic standpoint. I was amazed by that when I attended a conference at the Naval Academy.

  • @dafezz92
    @dafezz92 Před 12 dny +1

    Wanted to go here after HS, but I did not have the grades for it. Now I'm an educator, and promote USAFA for our "college days" to hopefully inspire kids to not make my mistakes and get them thinking about this career path. It was great to see how things go down at USAFA!

  • @salcirruspilot4998
    @salcirruspilot4998 Před 8 měsíci

    Great job as usual Sam. You're a pro and this was an excellent overview of the Air Force Academy.

  • @bobbypatterson7481
    @bobbypatterson7481 Před 9 měsíci +7

    Sam - exceptional! Insightful, value-added and best caption of USAFA! Dynamic oratory, razor-sharp visuals and well-orchestrated combo. Worth every minute...

  • @lynnmanning2795
    @lynnmanning2795 Před 9 měsíci +5

    The Academy is a marvelous place. Our son graduated from the Academy and became a fighter 16 pilot and an outstanding officer! You must see the beautiful chapel! Parents weekend was a great experience! Seeing our son dressed in blue for the first time from home was a proud moment. The future was so exciting for this young man I can only say his education and experience was the best in the world.

  • @MaxTronikaMusic
    @MaxTronikaMusic Před 9 měsíci

    Had a friend (John Alves) just get a full ride scholarship to the AFA. Man he's so happy right now. Miss you JJ

  • @michaeljamesschram9654
    @michaeljamesschram9654 Před 9 měsíci +11

    Sam, what an outstanding tour of the Air Force Academy. Both my brothers were Sgts in the USAF, my older brother stationed in Germany for three and a half years. Well done, Sam.

    • @SamEckholm
      @SamEckholm  Před 9 měsíci +3

      Thank you so much!

    • @GM8101PHX
      @GM8101PHX Před 9 měsíci +3

      @@SamEckholm I served as enlisted for the Air Force and loved it, I hope I can go and see the Air Force Academy for myself. Fairchild hall was named after General Muir S. Fairchild after he passed away. I was stationed at Fairchild AFB in the late 70's early 80's and loved it!!! Thank You for an awesome tour of the Air Force Academy!!

  • @IIXxSLAYERxXII
    @IIXxSLAYERxXII Před 9 měsíci +20

    The whole thing looks so modern it looks like its brand new

    • @SamEckholm
      @SamEckholm  Před 9 měsíci +4

      Pretty sweet!

    • @IIXxSLAYERxXII
      @IIXxSLAYERxXII Před 9 měsíci +13

      @@SamEckholm still cant believe this was built nearly 70 years ago! This architect was absolutely ahead of time!

    • @SamEckholm
      @SamEckholm  Před 9 měsíci +9

      @@IIXxSLAYERxXII it always fascinated me too. The initial design got some backlash in the day, but it still looks so futuristic even almost 70 years later

  • @UDPride
    @UDPride Před 2 měsíci

    Visited USAFA about 5yrs ago. Amazing experience. Was during the summer and it appears there were remedial drills going on in the Terrazo for those cadets that needed some "offseason improvement". My only disappointment was the bookstore was closed that day because I wanted to buy a USAFA t shirt! I tried to sneak into the football stadium but it was locked up pretty tight. So much respect for the students at USAFA and all the military academies. Its not an easy life and they all chose a more difficult path on purpose.

  • @SnuXSley
    @SnuXSley Před 9 měsíci +1

    This is actually incredible to look at. I would love to see more in-depth videos about this place. Looks like theres a lot i could learn about all kinds of stuff. Im not American nor am i capable of being in the military. Im from Denmark and i got rejected from being part of it..

  • @Av-vd3wk
    @Av-vd3wk Před 9 měsíci +5

    Wow! Bravo 👏🏻 this is probably the best USAF Academy recruitment video I’ve ever seen! In fact, the USAFA should officially use it!

  • @alexware465
    @alexware465 Před 9 měsíci

    Went to high school on the AFA , camped on the mountains on the academy. Loved hanging out there for 5 yrs

  • @bloomsberriette
    @bloomsberriette Před 5 dny

    That was fantastic! I had no idea what the AF Academy was like. All the facilities are just amazing. Thanks for the tour!

  • @yeetboiaug9615
    @yeetboiaug9615 Před 9 měsíci +8

    I have to be honest. As an Australian who wants to join the airforce, this campus makes me extremely jealous

  • @julietajohnston8601
    @julietajohnston8601 Před 9 měsíci +3

    It was my huge privilege to serve as civilian faculty at the Math Dept several years ago. I miss my colleagues especially those who were so helpful when I navigated the unique academic atmosphere!

  • @bensayles1541
    @bensayles1541 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Great video Sam! Very informative and a fantastic overview of what to expect.

  • @afbrat1963
    @afbrat1963 Před 9 měsíci +2

    I am an Air Force brat. From 1969 to 1972 while my father spent time at Ent AFB, Peterson Field and of course NORAD, my siblings and I enjoyed every minute of our 3 year stay. Who knew that my older brother would spend 4 years of his life at the AFA. He was a Class of 82 graduate. If you have time and happen to visit Colorado Springs, be sure to spend a few hours at USAFA. You will not regret it. Well done Sam. Great video!!

    • @scottpatnode92
      @scottpatnode92 Před 9 měsíci

      scarecrow pub...i went to brackett elementary at pease afb, i move to space coast 88 meet 3 Breackett brothers, there was a general Brackett in civil war.1/3 design from annunaki tyet again.
      im portsmouth when christa mc cauliffe from portsmouth blew up like columbia i predict disaster on reentry 15 minutes before lift off.
      1961 , same year as betty n barney hill zeta reticuli bi racial couple abduction ,mike rockerfellar meets new guineau tribe, wow, white meets black, and biracial meets alien. betty n barney hill abduction is correlated to sept 19,20 2014 turkey tsunami correlated from my research from a 15 year tsunami dream flashback i got sept 19,2014 tell everyone put bedrooms upstairs, itell turkey isis invading their country they side with isis, and hit with tsunami like drewam warned 6 days later sept 25, 2014..
      BOOM!!! here comes the BOOM>>
      i postyed in fo in egypt feb 25 2020 mubarek egypt pres ends up dying that day unkowingly and barney hill died feb 25 1969 8 years after abduction ,im God of third heaven my b day 8-3-76(666)777(888)
      st pat, scott patnode
      lucky charms
      ive only spent about 5 years of my 47 year life with a woman, i do love being alone though, so..
      my first sphere ufo cloaked after three seconds april 2005. i came up with triangulated light x,y,z image background behind you in front of you to cloak is what it taught me, china uses for laser light sin sky.
      millions of methheads fast heartsbeats over heating earth..if people worked at night billions wouldnt heat up earth every day either. not much done to cool earth,ever either.thats 3 strikes..
      cali hurricane all that rain to wash the poo, pee and fentanyl into the drinking water..lol
      i was hit twice in one week car accidents, i had friend die his brother died 2 weeks later, i was born 2 months pre mature, hawking , ermey, bell, ms bush died in "222" fashion when my friends and i seeing 222 constantly and figuring its connected to annunaki sun people, 1/3 hawking 76-2=74 ermey age, -2 Bell 72+20=92 age of nancy bush when she died i shook her husbands hand 1982 nellsis afb he said: do you know why you are here?" .."yes i do, i was here to save planet with aliens your country stole from trying to kill now im the avatar everything i see , think , or do your country copies, like the wanna be it is, and doesnt share the alien tech it steals so i started designing anti radiation tech had aliens take out nuclear reactors,collapse some tunnels carlsbrad, hanford, china binary inert gas nuclear power problem when my binary inert gas vehicle is stolen by john deere and nasa, when theyre dropping your craft hitting iss with meteor the week i wanted, correlated dust storm and wanted voyager craft taken out instead, dust storm takes out opprtunity rover, i got everything documented pics on everything, entire invasion, both shuttles , challenger, columbia, fukushima, chernobyl 1986 military takes too much blood out of me puts me in seizure , no lawsuit no money either, chernobyl means "wormwood" from revelations, dumb planet..
      youtube :sumsco vanpat
      P node
      pinterest@scottpatnode3
      youre being eliminated, terminated, better learn quick who God and Satan are!! i did..heatt causes dehydraTION AND distress
      grandmother lived mount wildcat next to mount washington, i got pics of washington in clouds.dotty and armand wood.rip

  • @hammstah9578
    @hammstah9578 Před 9 měsíci +4

    Phenomenal tour!

  • @Jj-dr5hi
    @Jj-dr5hi Před 5 měsíci

    The USAF academy is an amazing place. I've toured the Naval Academy and West Point as well, but this school inspired me most to join the AF

  • @user-qk8dj7bg2n
    @user-qk8dj7bg2n Před 9 měsíci +1

    What an amazing video!! Awesome tour Sam. Hats off to you! Thanks!. What an interesting and enjoyable tour, Sam. Thank you!.

  • @kaydenchan7093
    @kaydenchan7093 Před 9 měsíci +3

    I applied for USAFA for the Class of 2027. I didn't make it sadly, and turns out I had certain medical issues that would probably permanently block me from entering. I would wish all cadets good luck in USAFA.

    • @bobbydouglass1813
      @bobbydouglass1813 Před 9 měsíci +1

      you ain't the lone ranger, best of luck wherever you go...AIM HIGH

    • @ChocolateMilk19
      @ChocolateMilk19 Před 9 měsíci

      I didn’t get in either bro keep your head up high and know you ain’t the only one! Best of Luck to You!

  • @kingkea3451
    @kingkea3451 Před 9 měsíci +9

    Man... If I was American, this is something I would consider.
    Pretty epic facility!

    • @KookyKooka
      @KookyKooka Před 9 měsíci +1

      They have options for people overseas as well I believe

    • @azureumbra
      @azureumbra Před 9 měsíci +3

      @@KookyKooka USAFA has an exchange program with the other US Service Academies, as well as with cadets from other nations Air Force Academies. Semester long options are the most common, with a select few able to attend for the full 4 years from other countries. Both programs are highly competitive.

  • @thomaspeacock7248
    @thomaspeacock7248 Před 9 měsíci

    I had no idea the academy had so many different facilities. Most look new or near new. I'd visited the campus some 20 or more years ago to put in an application for a lab tech position that had been advertised. I had 20 years of experience with the USGS but was caught up in a Reduction In Force (RIF). I wasn't selected for the position, but what a great place to go to work!

  • @RyansColoradoRailProductions
    @RyansColoradoRailProductions Před 9 měsíci +1

    I live in Colorado Springs, 3 miles south of the Air Force Academy. It’s a nice place, although I have no interest in going there, I did go on base on the daily when I went to Air Academy High School, which I graduated from in 2020. Nowadays I sometimes run errands with my mom or dad up there too.

  • @chimkinnugg7777
    @chimkinnugg7777 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Thx for the awesome video

  • @justaguy4768
    @justaguy4768 Před 9 měsíci +40

    My takeaway from this video is, the United States government does NOT mess around.

    • @TheCaretaker555
      @TheCaretaker555 Před 9 měsíci +3

      My takeaway from this video is, the United States government like to globe trot around the world causing trouble for no reason

    • @jonmunch3298
      @jonmunch3298 Před 9 měsíci

      The US government serves only itself.

    • @user-wx7id3yh7i
      @user-wx7id3yh7i Před 9 měsíci

      @@TheCaretaker555 Thanks for the interjection by a jerkoff.

  • @thirty9648
    @thirty9648 Před 9 měsíci

    Good to see inside, while I went enlisted and plan to go the OTS route I just had a friend leave for the AFA and started his freshman year as class of 2027

  • @xenxike500
    @xenxike500 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Most valuable lesson i learnt in Army basic training is that u can make ur socks smile if folded right.

  • @coolguywithahat0127
    @coolguywithahat0127 Před 9 měsíci +4

    Not only am I at USAFA rn but I'm also in CS-28! BADASS

  • @Jackjaberofficial
    @Jackjaberofficial Před 9 měsíci +4

    Best youtuber

  • @AngryJWS
    @AngryJWS Před 9 měsíci +1

    I served ROKAF for 2 years, Republic of Korea Air Force. I envy you that the facilities are so different.. It's very neat, very aesthetic, and the facilities seem new. If I were an American, I would want to enter the school.

  • @juckimal
    @juckimal Před 9 měsíci +2

    Great video Sam. My son is there right now and he is a linebacker on the football team. He loves it.

  • @AntecorSound
    @AntecorSound Před 9 měsíci +3

    this makes me wanna join the air force

  • @antonygibson_
    @antonygibson_ Před 9 měsíci +4

    sucks for me to see this while living in the UK, where the armed forces are crumbling and spread thinner than a skeleton fleet. I imagine our airforce does not have such impressive opportunities, but thank you for the insight Sam!

  • @AntonioGarcia-ts8ut
    @AntonioGarcia-ts8ut Před 9 měsíci +1

    That planetarium was awesome I went there a few years ago as a field trip and it's probably the best thing u will experience at air force

  • @RevanWolf
    @RevanWolf Před 9 měsíci +1

    I'm working to enlist in the US Air Force right now and I honestly wish I had decided to do this sooner because I would've worked a lot harder and tried to get into the academy. Luckily I am gonna work my tail off and hopefully get to an officer position through the enlisted route!

  • @ivanvalenzuela3442
    @ivanvalenzuela3442 Před 9 měsíci +4

    I love your videos

  • @bryanwilson928
    @bryanwilson928 Před 2 měsíci +178

    You work for 40yrs to have $1m in your retirement, Meanwhile some people are putting just $10k in a meme coin for just few months and now they are multi millionaires. I pray that anyone who reads this will be successful in life

    • @GodJesus-wh3ld
      @GodJesus-wh3ld Před 2 měsíci

      How
      ..? Am a newbie in crypto investment, please can you guide me through on how you made profit?

    • @PaulaEspinoza-js2tp
      @PaulaEspinoza-js2tp Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks to Mrs Maria Davis.

    • @PaulaEspinoza-js2tp
      @PaulaEspinoza-js2tp Před 2 měsíci

      She's a licensed broker here in the states

    • @kevinandrews4
      @kevinandrews4 Před 2 měsíci

      After I raised up to 325k trading with her I bought a new House and a car here in the states 🇺🇸🇺🇸also paid for my son's surgery (Oscar). Glory to God.shalom..

    • @kajalingh716
      @kajalingh716 Před 2 měsíci

      Alright thanks for the recommendation, but how do I reach her?

  • @P2Zip
    @P2Zip Před 7 měsíci

    I lived on the AFA from 64-70. My dad was a teacher there. It was a wonderful place to grow up. Children could not go into the chapel and weddings there had to be approved. The fly by that broke windows in 68 was a huge deal. It was beautiful back then and even more so now.

  • @MARINE4284
    @MARINE4284 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Loved this video, makes me wish I would have applied to the Air Force Academy back when I was younger. If you are willing to do other academies, as a Marine Veteran (enlisted) I would love to see one on the Naval Academy.

  • @shorifmiah2680
    @shorifmiah2680 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Most Powerful Air Force Academy 🙌 United States For America 🇺🇸

  • @eyes2daskies707
    @eyes2daskies707 Před 9 měsíci +416

    im only 13 but i already wanna be in the air force lol

    • @Nyra890
      @Nyra890 Před 9 měsíci +35

      Yoooo same bro i am thinking everything!! Maybe we will be together 👀

    • @aviationcatF22
      @aviationcatF22 Před 9 měsíci +12

      Same as me! I already got the course form Sam

    • @chimkinnugg7777
      @chimkinnugg7777 Před 9 měsíci +15

      14 but same

    • @Naiuhz
      @Naiuhz Před 9 měsíci +58

      Military propaganda, that's how they get you while you are young.
      Though I would say, at least Air Force is the best paying branch.

    • @lucabarbagallo7313
      @lucabarbagallo7313 Před 9 měsíci +25

      @naiuhz all branches pay the same.

  • @matthewrussell3935
    @matthewrussell3935 Před 3 měsíci

    Went to visit last April during a work trip to Colorado Springs, sadly they were still renovating the chapel, so I couldn't see it. It was a great experience!

  • @matthewpotter8491
    @matthewpotter8491 Před 9 měsíci +1

    That place looks unbelievable. The facilities are off the chart!

  • @janrabie1890
    @janrabie1890 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Amazing! That is why the Americans have got the strongest military force in history.

  • @daytonglitch
    @daytonglitch Před 9 měsíci +4

    you seamlessly incorporated stock footage to avoid the all-spark box around the chapel, and killed it with the video quality (again)

  • @randyscott1496
    @randyscott1496 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Sam this is an awesome video. You always make ur vids so entertaining

  • @jumpingjeffflash9946
    @jumpingjeffflash9946 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Great video. I wouldn't have gotten into USAFA and college wasn't for me but I still served and had a good time in the USAF even being enlisted.