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May 1, 2024
Naturalization program at BMT reaches one-year milestone

As the streamlined naturalization process at U.S. Air Force Basic Military Training marks its one-year anniversary, the program continues to gain traction and expand its reach.
April 25, 2024
The Legacy of MWD Nemo and Robert ‘Bob’ Thorneburg

Vietnam War Veteran Airman Robert ‘Bob’ Throneburg and his partner, Military Working Dog Nemo, have an enduring legacy within the working dog community. On April 2, Throneburg’s family came to see the impacts of this legacy in person when they visited the 341st Training Squadron.
April 17, 2024
Modernized aviation curriculum takes off at DLIELC

A modernized aviation specific program, designed to enhance the student experience, recently launched at the Defense Language Institute English Language Center.
April 12, 2024
Enhancing trainee performance: A breakdown of “Operation First Flight”

Air Force Basic Military Training has undergone a significant transformation with the recent implementation of Zero Week at the 323rd Training Squadron. This strategic, organizational conversion marks an intentional shift in the approach to training new recruits, with the goal of not only assessing
April 10, 2024
Basic Defender Course optimizes training for high-end fight

In a strategic move toward enhancing national defense capabilities, Air Force Security Forces is reoptimizing training to ensure Defenders are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to tackle evolving threats in a modern era. The 343rd Training Squadron’s Security Forces technical training is
April 10, 2024
Basic Defender Course optimizes training for high-end fight

In a strategic move toward enhancing national defense capabilities, Air Force Security Forces is reoptimizing training to ensure Defenders are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to tackle evolving threats in a modern era. The 343rd Training Squadron’s Security Forces technical training is
April 5, 2024
Guardians go where none have gone before

Tech Sgt. David Gudgeon and Sgt. Yuji R. Moore became the first graduates from the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant Academy from the sister services.
April 3, 2024
Transforming Training: The modernization of the 346th Training Squadron SCALE-UP Classroom

Nestled in the heart of Naval Base Ventura County here is the newly activated 346th Training Squadron where a new initiative, the SCALE-UP classroom was recently unveiled. The reimagined and transformed space is among one of several modernization efforts within the 37th Training Wing where training
March 11, 2024
Enhancing Military Working Dog’s performance: The 341st Training Squadron’s new enrichment program

The bond between a military working dog and their handlers is not only crucial for mission success, but also essential for the well-being of the dedicated canines. Recognizing this, the 341st Training Squadron has launched an enrichment program aimed at optimizing the mental, physical, and
March 8, 2024
Chief Master Sergeant JoAnne S. Bass: A trailblazer’s farewell

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass is a name etched into Air Force history. She stands not only as the first woman, but also the first Asian American to hold the highest enlisted level of leadership.