Feedback Form

This section covers the BMT Feedback Form (Lackland AFB Form 133) — the primary written channel for trainees to report problems, raise issues, or give positive feedback outside the chain of command. The form is provided as tear-out copies.

Also included are the Air Force Song and the Erasmus "Guide for The Righteous Protector" quotes — both reproduced below.

BMT Form 133 — Feedback Form

Form revision: BMT Form 133, 09 JAN 2018

Instructions

Be truthful, constructive, and specific in giving feedback.

a. You can use this sheet anytime during basic military training. b. It's for favorable and unfavorable comments alike. c. Circle only one item number below and write your comments on the back of the form. d. Place the completed form in any squadron deposit box. e. Fill out the date, flight, and squadron information in the boxes. f. If you want a reply, include your name. Every effort will be made to get you an answer before you depart BMT.

Form fields

• Name (Last, First, Middle)
• Date
• Flight
• Squadron
• Do you want a confidential personal response? YES / NO (if YES, make sure your name is on this sheet)

Comment categories — circle one

1. PROCESSING — records, job classification, ID, etc.
2. CLOTHING ISSUE — uniform fit, personnel, etc.
3. WASHERS AND DRYERS — availability, condition, etc.
4. DRY CLEANING — service, price, etc.
5. DINING HALL — food, service, etc.
6. PATIO — vending machines, telephones, availability, etc.
7. ABUSIVE OR HUMILIATING TRAINING / PHYSICAL OR VERBAL MISTREATMENT / HAZING — who, what, when, where, etc.
8. MEDICAL CARE — availability, treatment, etc.
9. TRAINING MATERIALS — BMT Dorm Guide, BMT Study Guide, visual aids, pugil sticks, etc.
10. SEXUAL HARASSMENT / ASSAULT — who, what, when, where, etc.
11. CLASSROOMS, AUDITORIUM — lighting, temperature, noise, latrine, etc.
12. WAR SKILLS & MILITARY STUDIES INSTRUCTORS — knowledge, professionalism, etc.
13. MILITARY TRAINING INSTRUCTORS (MTIs) — knowledge, professionalism, etc.
14. PT — difficulty, safety, etc.
15. FIELD TRAINING / BEAST — training, safety, etc.
16. OTHER — any area not mentioned above.
17. UNPROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIP — who, what, when, where, etc.

Use the reverse side to write comments.

The Air Force Song

Off we go into the wild blue yonder, Climbing high into the sun; Here they come zooming to meet our thunder, At 'em now, give 'em the gun! Down we dive, spouting our flame from under, Off with one helluva roar! We live in fame or go down in flame. Hey! Nothing'll stop the U.S. Air Force!

Brilliant minds fashioned a crate of thunder, Sent it high into the blue; Valiant hands blasted the world asunder; How they lived God only knew! Boundless souls dreaming of skies to conquer Gave us wings, ever to soar! With scouts before and bombers galore. Hey! Nothing'll stop the U.S. Air Force!

Here's a toast to the host Of those who love the vastness of the sky, To a friend we send a message of the brave who serve on high. We drink to those who gave their all of old, Then down we roar to score the rainbow's pot of gold. A toast to the host of those we boast, the U.S. Air Force!

Off we go into the wild sky yonder, Keep the wings level and true; If you'd live to be a grey-haired wonder Keep the nose out of the blue! Fly to fight, guarding the nation's border, We'll be there, followed by more! In echelon we carry on. Oh, nothing'll stop the U.S. Air Force!

"The Guide for The Righteous Protector"

Extracted from "The Guide for The Righteous Protector" written in 1503 by Erasmus.

Make virtue the only goal of your life

Dedicate all your enthusiasm, all your effort, your leisure as well as your business.

Train your mind to distinguish good and evil

Let your rule of government be determined by the common good.

Always be prepared for an attack

Careful generals set guards even in times of peace.

Treat each battle as though it were your last

…and you will finish, in the end, victorious.

Don't assume that doing good allows you to keep a few vices

The enemy you ignore the most is the one who conquers you.

Never admit defeat even if you have been wounded

The good warrior's painful wounds spur the will to gather strength.

Speak with yourself this way

"If I do what I am considering, would I want my family to know about it?"

Life can be sad, difficult, and quick — make it count for something

Since we do not know when death will come, act honorably every day.