AIR FORCE BASIC TRAINING 2023 | My advice + What you need to know+ Helpful tips

Hello beautiful people, this video is about my experience with going through basic military training for the Air force and helpful tips to get you prepared before you ship out. DISCLAIMER**** everything I talk about in this video is of my own opinion and not of the Air Force**
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[@josefsmith3140]

It's good to see how BMT has evolved over the years I went thru in 03 and it was nothing like how it is now so much has changed over the years but I think for the good. Good luck!

[@Kiaraaleema]

That’s amazing thank you for your service and Thank you!!

[@makaylaaaaa3349]

Why do you think it changed for the good? Was it harder or something back in 03 ?? I’m enlisting soon and just curious 🙃

[@TimTosser]

I leave in two weeks and I’m starting to get super nervous, my best friend just graduated and there really is so much to learn and be physically,mentally, and emotionally learn to get through, thank you for the advice it helps sooth the soul a bit.

[@Kiaraaleema]

Good luck!! You can do it!! :))

[@eatmakock3646]

How was it ??

[@davidalzate4943]

I enlisted sept 14th! I'm just waiting on shipment dates for BMT... not going to lie I'm super nervous.

[@davidalzate4943]

Also I got into security forces!

[@Kiaraaleema]

Goodluck you can do it!! It starts off hard at first but it’s really not that bad and you a lot of new people!!

[@martinyoung12690]

Nice congrats man. I enlisted and sworn into DEP 9/29/23 I got a job and my ship out is January 9. So currently doing my best to get in the best shape I can before I go to BMT

[@jadaw038]

@@martinyoung12690how long did it take you to get a job?

[@martinyoung12690]

@@jadaw038 less than a month. Surprisingly

[@jacobshaw1774]

Just graduated feb 8th, if you like sports mentality and you want a break form being in the dorm, and also want to be in front of graduation for family be a guidon!! Made my experience 1000x better

[@RobertMattison-pp6uf]

Thank you for protecting the Country.

[@johno.7464]

I used to be in volleyball where our coach always yelled and screamed at us and punished us. I loved every bit of it. Is that a good sign that I will be fine in BMT? He was a retired vet too, would take us on long runs in the morning singing.

[@Saran-dq8hn]

I’m this close 👌🏾 to talking to a recruiter about joining but i’m debating on active duty and reserve

[@olayemibabalola1248]

I'd say it depends on what you are doing or have going on with your life. If you have good job or think you'll get a good job later in life, then I'd suggest you do reserve.

[@Kiaraaleema]

@@olayemibabalola1248this is a great response:))

[@Kiaraaleema]

Yes!! I’d say active duty if you want to make it your full time career however reserve if you already have a nice full time job or career that you enjoy :)

[@dea840]

⁠​⁠@@Kiaraaleemahey so i want to use the air force as something to help my career cause i wanna open up salons in the future, do you suggest doing reserved or active duty?

[@Kiaraaleema]

@@dea840I would suggest reserve since opening up a salon is very similar to becoming a entrepreneur and that’s a full time job on its own definitely reserve!! :)

[@GWaite82]

Great video. I served 2001-2005. My son is considering enlisting now. You’ll have that on your resume forever. I’m an executive in a Fortune 500 and it wouldn’t have happened without what I learned from the USAF. Truly. Keep pushing yourself!

[@drejones282]

What’s your Mos?

[@GWaite82]

@@drejones282I was 3COX1 but it changed since then. It was Comsec. To be clear, the job skills have nothing to do with my post military career. The responsibility at a young age, discipline, teamwork etc all were a foundation to motivate me to finish college, work hard, grad school, etc

[@Mysoulisownednow]

Leaving January 2nd I'll do my best!

[@Kiaraaleema]

Good luck!! You’ll do great :)

[@thelookout5035]

Can you do a video on being a reservist. Why did you choose the reserve? Also how is your cartilage piercing doing?

[@Kiaraaleema]

Yes I’ll definitely do a video on being in the AF reserves :)) and my cartilage piercing is doing just fine:)

[@aaliyahthepainter27]

I’m 28 and decided I want to join the airforce pray for me 😭

[@Kiaraaleema]

Good luck you’ll do fine!! It’ll be easy for you probably 🥰💕

[@DragonNuts]

Hello! I'm 25 thinking about going. Are you still interested?

[@MidWestSportsTalk]

You're lucky the wind didn't pick up, with those lashes, you'd still be flying 😂 Thank you for your service.

[@Kiaraaleema]

Lmao

[@Amgielita]

My daughter wants to go but she said she’s too girly-she felt like she can’t do it

[@Kiaraaleema]

Tell her she definitely can do it! I’m such a girly girl and I did it and there were also other girls similar to me!! She definitely can do it just pick a job that fits her personality or that she’s interested in. I regret not doing that.

[@natews6277]

leaving november 14th wish me luck!

[@Kiaraaleema]

That’s coming up soon goodluck!! 🎉

[@brennonvlogz7087]

Ill see you there thats my ship date too!!

[@natews6277]

@@brennonvlogz7087you were my guidon for flight 076, crazy how im just seeing this now, hope you’re having fun in tech school brother 🤙

[@YungRichSteve]

Studying as we speak I plan on enlisting soon 🔥🔥

[@Kiaraaleema]

Goodluck!! :)

[@kaschmetayer9635]

What’s the average time one can wait to go to BMT after DEP. i go through meps in 2 weeks

[@KA-py5qw]

So how many sit ups and push ups should I be doing a day? What is tech school?

[@Kiaraaleema]

I would do 100 push ups and sit ups a day or at least 50 :)

[@Kiaraaleema]

And tech school is the training after BMT for your specific job that you chose for the military.

[@destinyfields3962]

Are you allowed to get your hair and lashes done ?

[@Kiaraaleema]

In tech school yes in basic training you cannot wear lashes at all. You will be able to get your hair done if someone in your dorm knows how to do hair.

[@sydneyaguon5916]

Any tips about piercings? Enjoyed your video. Thanks for your BMT insight!

[@Kiaraaleema]

What specifically would you want to know about piercing just be consistent with cleaning them and you should be good :))

[@lisahasfal8527]

@@Kiaraaleemais nose piercings allowed? Also what kind of weave is okay?

[@Kiaraaleema]

@@lisahasfal8527 no nose piercing aren’t allowed and yes braids are allowed. You just have to wear them in a certain style in uniform. So likely in a bun to the back.

[@deserenitydesymimi7615]

For the pt test during bmt can you do the shuttle run or do you have to do the 1 1/2 mile run?

[@Kiaraaleema]

No you have to do the 1 1/2 mile run.

[@jacobshaw1774]

Have to do 1.5 unless you fail, then they will let you do the other

[@terid3569]

My grandson has been there for over a week he called us and said he would be sending his address but he didn’t know when. Why wouldn’t he give us his address after 9 days?

[@hgates]

They give him a script to read on the first phone call, but as his flight progress they’ll get more opportunity to call their loved ones

[@Kiaraaleema]

Yes he will be given the opportunity to get a 5-10 minute phone call where he can give you his address or he can write you a letter and give it to you that way!! :)

[@pb4ugo19]

Did you see anyone at BMT in their 30s? I'm in shape, but I'm thinking am I going to be the grandmother of the group lmao? I also wonder about the treatment when you're older. Are they tougher on us or do they look to us to take on more responsibility? Just curious!

[@asiamyckel7067]

Hey I’m 31 and plan on joining lol

[@septembercosmetics]

im really debating joining, is it possible to get in contact with any questions I have? As a lady I have so many concerns & all the videos are from men, so I’d like to know more from your pov.

[@Kiaraaleema]

Yes ofcourse you can email me [e-mail] and we can exchange contact. 💕

[@poppunkpizza]

I wish I could’ve joined but the recruiter said no because I have “moonlight” tattooed behind my ear 😞

[@Kiaraaleema]

Oh yeah you can’t have tattoos in certain areas!! If you really wanna join the military you can always get the tattoo removed!! Good luck.

[@VegaStar222]

If you start out reserve can you go back to active duty after getting your civilian life in order?

[@Kiaraaleema]

Yes I believe once your contract is up you can definitely switch to active duty and I think after a few years you can but I would talk to a recruiter to be certain!!

[@MoniquaPognon]

I’m interested in joining mostly because i want to get into cybersecurity would it be best if I do reserve or active duty?

[@alexturnqest6202]

That depends mostly on if you want to go to school or work a full time civilian job while also serving. If that is the case, serving par-time weekend warrior the Air Force Reserves or the Air national guard might be a better fit for you. If you want a full time style job with full time pay with military benefits may be a better fit for you. It depends entirely on what you want to do lifestyle wise.

[@unholydegenerate]

Also, don't expect to be able to get a Cyber Security job. It is a very competitive job to get and you don't get to pick your job.

[@BigPlay1997]

​@@unholydegenerate I thought you do pick your job with a good asvab and availability?

[@qmtcop]

If you’re in the reserve or have dependents do you have to stay on base for BMT or can you go home at the end of the day?

[@Kiaraaleema]

No you have to stay on base just like everyone else! You can’t bring your friends in the training environment at all. :)

[@aleijawills8831]

I didn’t know you’re allowed to have braids in bmt thank goodness bc the heat damage was gonna be crazy 😭 I live in Satx so im used to this heat im trying to start the process now but my recruiter told my September/October is best month to graduate

[@alexismcfarland6640]

honestly he’s right, I just graduated yesterday and it was hot as hell. november and october is usually more comfortable weather wise

[@ItsHisComedy4You]

Did you go home for a few days after you graduated BMT? Or did you go straight to tech school ?

[@Kiaraaleema]

No the next day you ship out straight to tech school

[@malayshia777]

Thank you for this video !! so do all of the pt test adds up to points ?

[@Kiaraaleema]

Your welcome love! And yes every pt test adds up to points you can get a total of 100% but in order to pass you need a 75 out of 100. 💕

[@Ray-ec8vw]

When did you ship out to graduate on august 31st?

[@taznolebae]

Can someone please tell me the difference between active duty and reserved?

[@Kiaraaleema]

Active duty is a full time position so you’re working full time as a military member whereas reserve is you work part time once a weekend a month and two weeks out of the year!! :))

[@aaliyahthepainter27]

Okay what’s the difference between reserve active duty and the other one?

[@Naleus]

Active Duty is full time. Guard and reserves are part time. Reserve is where you serve federal and Guard is serving both state and federal.

[@literallywhoareyou6203]

Do you happen to know if i can still keep my back dermal piercings in since they’re hidden?

[@Kiaraaleema]

I’m not completely sure about that one! But I doubt it. Ask a recruiter to be sure tho! :)) good luck.

[@Tippieee]

I have back dermals as well. I leave for bmt in April.

[@kyy5203]

Did you study the ASVAB book or online ? If so which ones

[@Kiaraaleema]

So I didn’t study for it I just took one practice test that was online but I would just do both if you would like to get a high score. Good luck!!

[@ItsHisComedy4You]

Leaving March 26th 😬😁 during tech school are you allowed to leave base after class ?

[@Kiaraaleema]

Good luck!! And yes you are allowed to 😁

[@nicovelez8442]

Shipping out to BMT dec 19th can’t wait

[@Kiaraaleema]

Goodluck so excited for you!!

[@tekiyahrenaee]

i also ship out that day!! little bit Nervous but excited for it

[@tanikawhitsett8120]

Does your 1st PT test count if ypu pass it or you still have to do another one?

[@Kiaraaleema]

Yes you will still have to do another one.

[@tanikawhitsett8120]

Ok thank you! Also, how do you get to the 75 pts if the 3 tests are worth 20 pts

[@s4qe]

@@tanikawhitsett8120If you get a good mile run time for the 1.5 mile, that’ll make up majority of the pt score of at least 50pts.

[@jadenroby4893]

Do they do the hamr test in basic instead of the mile and a half now?

[@Kiaraaleema]

No it’s only the mile and half run. But I went to basic 7 months so they may have changed it.

[@vivian8230]

For shoes did you see others with colored shoes? Not black or white

[@Kiaraaleema]

Yes but it’s best to not have flashy shoes or shoes that stand out I would just bring a black or neutral color running shoes.

[@aliayahlawrance4923]

I’m thinking about doing air national guard

[@Kiaraaleema]

Air national guard is a good decision as well!!

[@ZombieZombz]

Do they allow piercings that are hidden? such as belly button

[@JamesC-qy3yo]

Do they check medical records at thru genesis at bmt? Or only at Meps?

[@Kiaraaleema]

Yes they do!

[@michiadollbeauty498]

I want to join the reserves but I don’t want to ship straight to to tech school. Loaded question, but does everyone in the reserves have tech school?

[@cristalgiggles10]

then don’t join

[@christiangomez4981]

Yes you have to do tech school. Reach out to your local recruiter for all your answers

[@Kiaraaleema]

Yes anyone trying to join the airforce has to go to tech school to get trained on their specific afsc(job)!! No matter if you are reserve, guard, or active duty :))

[@brodwight7746]

I’m working on enlisting now. You know how the process is it can be long

[@dat_boi6841]

Anywhere between 2 months to a whole year depending on how fast u get thru meps and where u are physically

[@Kiaraaleema]

Goodluck!! And Yes it can be very long.

[@tayperkins8596]

Took me 4 months to

[@user-sw4ro4cb7z]

Yazzzz I love it sis.. and you enlisted on my bday..

[@Kiaraaleema]

Aww thanksss sis and period!! 💪🏽🥰

[@aaliyahthepainter27]

Will I get to see my family before I got to tech school or after ?

[@Kiaraaleema]

You will get to seem them before and after!💕 bmt graduation and tech school graduation.

[@Gabrieeelpogi-]

Does you join USAFA with green card and not Citizen

[@Ghjkl529]

Good video

[@Kiaraaleema]

Thanks I appreciate it!!

[@johannabyrne6063]

Shipping out September 16 🤞🏻

[@Kiaraaleema]

Good luck!!

[@3vxliz]

Do y’all have group showers or how do the showers work ??

[@Kiaraaleema]

Yes we do have group showers!! if you are in Disney land you’ll have a max of 18 showers and you have to share that with 48 other girls

[@Bruss813]

Is there privacy in the showers or is it like open bay?

[@lydiabrooks-df6wm]

Take off your extensions so you can be more effective at work

[@Kiaraaleema]

That was on my off day you aren’t allowed to wear extensions in training :D

[@autumnonpurpose]

@@Kiaraaleemayou can’t wear braids in basic training? I thought you could?

[@Kiaraaleema]

@@autumnonpurpose you definitely can!! 💓

[@TRACEYRICKETTS-rf4tk]

You articulate well. Where you from? also, why did you choose reserves instead of active?

[@Kiaraaleema]

Thank you!! 😊 I am from Michigan. I picked reserves over active duty because of the lifestyle difference. I could still have my civilian lifestyle while also serving every month.

[@gamayasworld]

how much time do you have to run 1 1/5 miles?

[@Kiaraaleema]

The time is based off whenever you finish the run so whenever you finish it but 20mins max probably :))

[@atenkhu6092]

Hi Mam... what about the new physical test?

[@atenkhu6092]

Wait when did you join the AF?

[@haleymackey9922]

i leave on tuesday 🥲🥲

[@Kiaraaleema]

Good luck💕 you’ve got this!!

[@ItsHisComedy4You]

Do you get your phone back at Tech school ?

[@Kiaraaleema]

Yes you get your phone back at tech school 😁

[@lol-to2jo]

Do they offer full tuition for college?

[@Kiaraaleema]

Yes if you are active duty they have MiLTA which is the airforce tuition assistance program which will pay 100% of your tuition you can also qualify for the Montgomery Gi bill and post 9/11 GI bill

[@aaronmarch9694]

what if you pass the first PT test

[@Kiaraaleema]

That’s good!! You still have to take the other 3 PT test though!

[@bryang9934]

Do you have to swim at bmt?

[@roman2237]

No

[@Kiaraaleema]

No lol

[@DaileyThrifts]

What is your job at tech school?

[@Kiaraaleema]

Security forces!

[@alejandraespinoza4140]

What’s the weight requirement ?

[@Kiaraaleema]

Yes It depends on your age and height!! I believe it’s like 231 for male but I would just reach out to a recruiter and they’ll let you know for sure.

[@supreme.deevlogs1949]

was the asvab hard ?

[@chaunem308]

Nah it’s like 10th grade stuff. If you need a refresher pick up ASVAB for dummies or something on KZbin. 30 minutes a day for a few months and you’ll be fine

[@supreme.deevlogs1949]

@@chaunem308ok so is the delayed entry program for ppl that’s over weight ? because i’m actually trynna join the air force in currently 241 5’5

[@Kiaraaleema]

No it’s not hard it’s only hard if you don’t prepare for it!! So I would just say study as much as you can before taking it. :)

[@hgates]

join a study group if you really feel like you need to brush up, I did and after studying for like 2 weeks I passed with a 79… Good luck!

[@aliayahlawrance4923]

What’s your mos btw ?

[@Kiaraaleema]

Security forces!!

[@THECREATIVEPORTFOLIO]

Leaving on February 20th

[@Kiaraaleema]

Good luck!! 💕

[@Alwz100]

What's the age limit?

[@BigPlay1997]

18-39

[@howardchristie7266]

Is swimming a requirement for BMT?

[@Kiaraaleema]

No swimming is not a requirement we don’t swim in BMT. At least for the Airforce we don’t :)

[@its_m3_mimi]

It's not for BMT but it is for special forces

[@djreed1214]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Kiaraaleema]

Thank you!!!💕

[@quentinmitchell225]

My my my

[@devinwalker5652]

RRRAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH

[@Kiaraaleema]

💙💙😂

[@NIIIOZZ]

BOBOBIRD

[@Kiaraaleema]

Wallaceeee

[@user-tx4nw9te9t]

Ma'am, Before giving out any advice about the military please make sure that you are within dress and appearance standards. You shouldn't wear your PT shirt with your blues jacket, your hair is out of regs with your ponytail going past the bottom of your shoulders, also your eye las extensions are not authorized as they do not look natural. Please refer to the AFI (36-2903). It is disappointing to see people representing the Air Force in a you tube video when they are out of standards.

[@tadaishaa]

hush please. thank you