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Thinking of Enlisting in the Air Force?
A starting guide for anyone thinking of enlisting in the Air Force: questions to ask, mistakes to avoid, recruiting, job selection, pay, and benefits.
Air Force BMT PT Test: The Exact Standards to Graduate (2026)
What it takes to pass the BMT fitness test: the 75-point composite, run/push-up/sit-up scoring, week-5 final eval, run groups, and what happens if you fail.
The Air Force Fitness Test in 2026: The New PFRA, Explained
The Air Force PT test changed in 2026. The new PFRA explained: 2-mile run, waist-to-height ratio, scoring, and exactly what it takes to pass.
The BMT End of Course (EOC) Test: What's on It and How to Pass
Yes, there's a final exam at Air Force basic training. The BMT EOC test explained: 100 questions, the 22 subjects covered, passing scores, and how to study.
How to Write to Your Trainee at Air Force BMT (Exact Mailing Address Format)
The exact BMT mailing address format at JBSA-Lackland, how to get your trainee's specific address, when mail arrives, and who to call in an emergency.
How Long Is Air Force Basic Training? (7.5 Weeks, Explained)
Air Force BMT is 7.5 weeks of training, about 8.5 weeks door to door. Why you see three different numbers, the weekly rhythm, and what can add time.
The $1,200 GI Bill Decision You Make During BMT (Days 180-270)
Six months into the Air Force, you must choose: stay in the Montgomery GI Bill or opt out forever. What the DD Form 2366 decision means and how to choose.
When Do You Get Your Phone at Air Force BMT? (Phone Policy, Explained)
Phones are confiscated on arrival at Air Force BMT. When trainees actually call home: the 72-hour address call, Week 4, Week 7, and what families should expect.
The Complete List of What's NOT Allowed at Air Force BMT
Every trainee prohibition at Air Force basic training: phones, food, supplements, PDA, travel rules, and the ones that surprise people. Straight from the rules.
Does The Air Force Reserves Pay For Housing?
Does The Air Force Reserves Pay For Housing?
Is Air Force Basic Training Difficult?
Is Air Force Basic Training Difficult?
What is the Shortest Air Force Contract?
What is the Shortest Air Force Contract?
Which Branch Has the Best Drill Team?
Which Branch Has the Best Drill Team?
Why Did the Air Force Switch to OCP?
Why Did the Air Force Switch to OCP?
Can You Switch from Air Force to Army?
Can You Switch from Air Force to Army?
How does the Air Force Reserve Work?
How does the Air Force Reserve Work?
How Much Pay Do Military Retirees Receive?
How Much Pay Do Military Retirees Receive?
How Quickly Can You Rank Up In The Air Force?
How Quickly Can You Rank Up In The Air Force?
Can I Have a Full Time Job and Be in the Reserves?
Can I Have a Full Time Job and Be in the Reserves?
The Air Force Enlisted Assignment Process | What You Need to Know
The Air Force Enlisted Assignment Process | What You Need to Know
What is the Air Force Delayed Enlistment Program (DEP)?
What is the Air Force Delayed Enlistment Program (DEP)?
What Do You Get Issued at Air Force Basic Training?
What Do You Get Issued at Air Force Basic Training?
What Happens if You Fail Basic Training in the Air Force?
What Happens if You Fail Basic Training in the Air Force?
What Should I Pack for Air Force Basic Training?
What Should I Pack for Air Force Basic Training?
What Is The Height And Weight Requirement For The Air Force?
What Is The Height And Weight Requirement For The Air Force?
How Does the Air Force Enlisted Job Selection Work?
How Does the Air Force Enlisted Job Selection Work?
Can You Choose Where To Be Stationed In The Air Force?
Can You Choose Where To Be Stationed In The Air Force?
Does The Air Force Go To War?
Does The Air Force Go To War?
Which Military Branch Has the Most Females?
Which Military Branch Has the Most Females?
Does Air Force Have Warrant Officers?
Does Air Force Have Warrant Officers?
Why Should I Join the Air Force?
Why Should I Join the Air Force?
Air Force Tech School | Your Questions Answered
Air Force Tech School | Your Questions Answered
How Many Days Off Do You Get In The Air Force?
How Many Days Off Do You Get In The Air Force?
Can You Have A Tattoo in the Air Force?
Can You Have A Tattoo in the Air Force?
Can You Quit The Air Force?
Can You Quit The Air Force?
The Air Force. Is it Safe or Dangerous?
The Air Force. Is it Safe or Dangerous?
What Can Disqualify You From Enlisting in the Air Force?
What Can Disqualify You From Enlisting in the Air Force?
What Should I Not Tell My Air Force Recruiter?
What Should I Not Tell My Air Force Recruiter?
Can You Become an Officer After Enlisting in the Air Force?
Can You Become an Officer After Enlisting in the Air Force?
Air Force Regulation on Hair | FAQs
UPDATED with new policies. Thinking of enlisting in the Air Force? You'll want to know all about the male and female grooming standards.
Air Force Female Dress and Appearance | Your FAQs Answered
Do females have to wear dresses? Can you have a nose ring? Earing standards? Fake eyelashes? Can you have your nails done? ALL ANSWERED.
Air Force Uniform FAQs!
What uniforms does the Air Force wear? What do they cost? How many uniforms do you get? Can you wear a hat in the PT uniform. ALL ANSWERED!
Can You Send Care Packages To Trainees In Air Force Basic Training?
Can You Send Care Packages To Trainees In Air Force Basic Training?
Air Force Mobile Phone Guide | Top Questions Answered
Can you bring your cell phone to BMT? Can you bring your cell phone to Tech School? Can you walk, talk, text? ALL ANSWERED!
What Do I Need to Know Before Air Force Basic Training?
What Do I Need to Know Before Air Force Basic Training?
Living Overseas...again!
Living overseas again with the military! This time it's Stuttgart, Germany!
What are some of the challenges of serving in the Air Force?
In this post, we dive into and address some of the more common challenges of serving in the Air Force. Deployments, PCSing, Spouses Employment, etc...
FW 010: US Air Force A1C Shawn White talks to us about the 3N0X2 – Broadcast Journalist AFSC
On this episode of the Forever Wingman Podcast, I’m interviewing Air Force A1C Shawn White on the 3N0X2 - Broadcast Journalist AFSC.
FW 009: Being Intentional about Air Force Separation and Why You Should Start Early, with Scott Tucker
On this episode, Scott Tucker, from Be Financially Fit, discusses why now is the time to think about Air Force Separation.
FW 008: US Air Force MSgt Philip Lucas talks to us about the 1C3X1 - Command Post AFSC
In this episode of the Forever Wingman Podcast, I’m interviewing Air Force MSgt Philip Lucas on the 1C3X1 - Command Post AFSC.
FW 007: US Air Force SSgt Kyle Gott talks about the 2A7X3 – Aircraft Structural Maintenance AFSC
On this episode of the Forever Wingman Podcast, Air Force SSgt, and YouTuber, Kyle Gott talks about the 2A7X3 - Aircraft Structural Maintenance AFSC.
FW 006: US Air Force A1C Quay Drawdy talks to us about the 3N0X5 – Photojournalist AFSC
In this episode of the Forever Wingman Podcast, I’m interviewing Air Force A1C Quay Drawdy on the 3N0X5 - Photojournalist AFSC
FW 005: 10 Questions to Ask Yourself to Help Determine if the Air Force is For You or Not
In this episode of the Forever Wingman Podcast, I’m giving you 10 questions to ask yourself to help you determine if the U.S. Air Force is for you or not.
FW 004: US Air Force Veteran talks to us about the 1U0X1 UAV Sensor Operator AFSC
In this episode of the Forever Wingman Podcast, I’m interviewing an Air Force Veteran on the 1U0X1 - Unmanned Arial Vehicle (UAV) Sensor Operator AFSC.
Interview with Air Force member on the 1N7X1/8D000 - Human Intelligence AFSC
Interviewing an Air Force member who was a part of the 1N7X1 / 8D000 career field about what Human Intelligence was and what life and training looked like.
FW 003: US Air Force veteran David Conrad talks to us about the 3E1X1 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) AFSC
On this episode I am interviewing Air Force veteran David Conrad on the 3E1X1 - Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) AFSC.
FW 002: US Air Force veteran Patrick Humphreys talks to us about the 2W0X1 Munitions Systems AFSC
On this episode I am interviewing Air Force veteran Patrick Humphreys on the 2W0X1 - Munitions Systems AFSC also called Ammo. IYAAYAS.
FW 001: About Me and What to Expect From Forever Wingman
In this episode of the Forever Wingman Podcast, I introduce myself, and tell you a little about what you can expect from the Podcast.
Air Force Chain of Command
Air Force Chain of Command (CoC) refers to who you report to and who the rest of your superiors report to all the way up to the President.
How Air Force Enlisted Promotions Work (Amn – TSgt)
Be informed! Here's everything you need and want to know about US Air Force enlisted promotions process for E-1 through E-6.
All about Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSC)
The AFSC that you are assigned to has a lot to do with assignments, training opportunities, bonuses, retention, reenlistment eligibility, and so much more.
Enlisting in the Air Force as a Foreign National
Foreign Nationals enlisting in the US Air Force could be a path to US Citizenship! Here you'll find everything related to foreign national enlistment.
Signs that the Air Force is NOT for you
Signs that the Air Force is NOT for you
GI Bill and Tuition Assistance
GI Bill and Tuition Assistance
US Air Force Career Fields Requiring a Top Secret
A list of US Air Force career fields requiring a TOP SECRET. Score one of these jobs and you’ll be exposed to America’s most sensitive information! Shhhh...
An Overview of Enlisted Military Pay
An Overview of Enlisted Military Pay