News - Category Basic Military Training

Nov. 27, 2025
Operation Home Cooking Celebrates 50 Years of Bringing Trainees and Families Together

Operation Home Cooking is celebrating its 50th year today as more than 700 Air Force trainees spend Thanksgiving with 289 host families from San Antonio and surrounding communities across the region.Trainees were picked Thanksgiving morning by host families for a day of celebration, continuing a
April 7, 2025
324th TRS dedicates training complex to fallen Airman

The 324th Training Squadron held a Remembrance Ceremony and Building Dedication in honor of Airman 1st Class Elizabeth N. Jacobson, April 4.
March 10, 2025
A new chapter in readiness: PACER FORGE Provisional

A new chapter in readiness has begun as more than 800 Basic Military Training trainees recently completed the inaugural iteration of PACER FORGE Provisional, an intensified culminating event designed to cultivate an Airminded Warfighter mindset with a laser focus on readiness, lethality, and
Feb. 14, 2025
New app helps expedite communication with BMT trainees

The 37th Training Wing is collaborating with a new platform to provide information to families of trainees faster than ever – all with just a few clicks.
Feb. 8, 2025
Heritage lays foundation for Air Force BMT

During the first week of training called Zero Week, Air Force Basic Military Training introduces trainees to "Airmindedness," a fundamental lesson showcasing the rich heritage and achievements that have shaped today's Air Force.
Jan. 10, 2025
Olympic athlete graduates BMT

Three-time Olympic athlete, Anita Alvarez, graduates Air Force Basic Military Training on Jan. 9.
Oct. 3, 2024
Twin brothers serve together at Basic Military Training, share goal to inspire Airmen

One look at Master Sgt. Christopher Platt, 321st Training Squadron, and his brother Tech. Sgt. Charles Platt, 320th Training Squadron, may lead some to do a double take. The brothers are identical twins who share more than similar looks; they also both embody an indistinguishable passion – one that
Aug. 12, 2024
Practice weapons boost readiness for basic trainees

Airmen and Guardian trainees are once again carrying practice weapons as part of the training regimen at the Department of the Air Force Basic Military Training.
July 31, 2024
The Pfingston Reception Center: The Heart of Basic Military Training

One by one, novice trainees anxiously march into the Pfingston Reception Center, known as the PRC, with anticipation to begin Basic Military Training. After seven and a half weeks, they return, transformed into ambitious Airmen and Guardians.
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.