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Jan. 10, 2025
Olympic athlete graduates BMT

Three-time Olympic athlete, Anita Alvarez, graduates Air Force Basic Military Training on Jan. 9.
Oct. 24, 2024
Miss America congratulates Air Force’s newest naturalized citizens

As family and friends found their seats in the bleachers, 36 soon-to-be-Airmen marched inside, signed their names and officially became naturalized U.S. citizens on Oct. 9 at the 37th Training Wing. Before the trainees headed back outside to prepare for the Coining Ceremony, a milestone in Basic
Oct. 11, 2024
A Legacy of Service: The Urdzik Family’s Multi-Generational Commitment to the Military

The Urdzik family is a living testament to dedication, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bonds of family—bound together by a legacy of military service. Across generations and branches of the armed forces, this family has served their country and upheld the values of duty and honor, passing them from
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 5, 2024
CMSAF makes inaugural visit to Basic Military Training

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David A. Flosi made his first official visit to a Basic Military Training graduation, June 20. As the 20th CMSAF, Flosi’s presence underscored the significance of the event for the newest graduates of the Air Force and Space Force.
Nov. 27, 2023
Local San Antonio community gives back on Thanksgiving

In a heartwarming demonstration of gratitude, “Giving back to those who serve” was a common theme among the more than 330 San Antonio families picking up Basic Military Training trainees on Thanksgiving Day for Operation Home Cooking.
Oct. 27, 2023
Operation Home Cooking: Annual Thanksgiving tradition opens homes to trainees

Approximately 330 families in the San Antonio area will have the opportunity to host Air Force Basic Military Training trainees in their home on Thanksgiving Day.
July 3, 2023
37th Training Wing | Space Operations Command team completes BMT immersion

The Space Operations Command leadership team, Lt. Gen. Stephen N. Whiting and Chief Master Sgt. Jacob Simmons, completed a three-day immersion with Guardians and Airmen at basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland June 20 - 22, 2023.
Oct. 17, 2022
Basic Military Training announces Thanksgiving Day plans

Residents of San Antonio who have an immediate family member in Basic Military Training or have a current Department of Defense ID card (active or retired) will have the opportunity to share Thanksgiving Day with a trainee. Additionally, graduating Airmen that week will be afforded an additional