When Air Force graduates complete basic training, they participate in a "tap out." At the end of graduation, they don't leave until a family member comes and taps them on the shoulder or hugs them. That was a very emotional moment for Airman Andrew Garcia ❤️ @billietreks4vets | CBS News

Did you miss today’s Basic Military Training (BMT) career chat? Tune into our documentary series, “Basic Military Training: Journey to Airman,” to get a first-hand look into the BMT experience. Check out the full chat on YouTube and stay tuned for a special BTS of BMT docu-series coming soon! | U.S. Air Force Recruiting

Once you step off the bus, your journey towards Airman officially begins. At Basic Military Training (BMT), you’ll learn the skills, grow the strength, and gain the knowledge you need to be United States Air Force ready. We go live with United States Air Force Military Training Instructors, MSgt Daniel Duan and MSgt Stephanie Harrison, 6/17 at 2 p.m. CT, to discuss BMT and answer your questions about these life-changing 7.5 weeks. USAF Basic Military Training Air Education and Training Command 3

Is Basic Military Training difficult? These Airmen discuss their experiences in BMT. Comment below with any other questions you have about BMT and we'll answer! | U.S. Air Force Recruiting