Air Force Basic Training Is NOT Scary

[@starbutterfly197]

I finished BMT a week and a day ago and I’m at tech right now. I watched your videos before going and it really wasn’t that bad looking back some parts were actually fun. For anyone going to basic don’t be scared and go for it!

[@Slow_Gixxer]

What tech school?

[@curryglocc4788]

@@sinfuIlove *AFSC

[@yaretzygonzalezhernandez2635]

Do you have to swim?

[@kathiushcamccoy2134]

Glad to come across this comment currently in the process :)

[@globalhappy3626]

Hey is the covid vaccine mandatory and did you have to swim during bmt??

[@cm1133]

Kids these days are so lucky. There are literally thousands of videos on what to expect every minute of the day during BMT. Back when i enlisted in the Fall of 1989, i didn’t sleep a wink the night before. The definition of anxiety is the way I felt in the middle of the night the morning we departed for San Antonio.

[@razeranger2393]

That’s a good point. I’m watching these videos and they have REALLY helped me be able to wrap my head around what’s going to happen. I can’t imagine not knowing anything😂 thank you for your service🇺🇸❤️

[@kevinc1593]

As a former Airman this is an excellent video! The arrival to USAF basic training and getting off the bus will be the hardest part; you will get yelled at for about an hour. This is just a wake-up call to get you in the mindset of being in the service and the TI’s (Training Instructors) will not touch you. I don’t even recall any of them even cursing at me. The first night in bed was the only time I second guessed my decision because it's a what the hell just happened... It’s just a teardown build-up process getting you into the mindset to react without second guessing, which at some point might just save your life. From what I’ve observed during my time; of the four services the USAF treats its members the best.

[@Sterlingkataadem]

Basic is the first step into a bigger world. AF basic compared to the other services is easier but just as important. As a former TI, my advice is to arrive motivated, in top physical condition, and mentally tough. Learn as fast as your can, and help your fellow Airman. My 24-year career was not about me it was about we. We spent much of our lives in the middle east during OIF and OEF. Iraq and Afghanistan. Most important is to have fun, study, and become the expert at your job. Not to show up the people that work with you, but to solve the issues that will come up. Issues you can help solve because of your knowledge. Thank you to everyone for serving and keeping us safe.

[@Sterlingkataadem]

Would you do a video about your AF job and your Tech school? Thanks for what you do, and for keeping us safe.

[@gabbyfrancois]

I just graduated bmt June 2,2022 I also watched your videos before going in. It wasn’t bad honestly. You just have to get use to the fact that you are on someone elses time and that you aren’t there for yourself, it’s not about one person succeeding. It’s everyone.

[@gabbyfrancois]

@MrFlynigga995 yes! That part!

[@emilyhuber2196]

Yayy you’re back!! I’m shipping out September 6th and I honestly really needed this video because I’m starting to get super nervous and questioning if I’m doing the right thing and this definitely helped a lot. I ended up getting Public Affairs too!!

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

I am so happy for you! You're going to love PA!!

[@karenwalters8819]

Omg you too?!! Im shipping out September 6th as well!!

[@emilyhuber2196]

@@karenwalters8819 See you there!!

[@karenwalters8819]

@@emilyhuber2196 Yep!! I was wondering maybe if i could get your Instagram so we could maybe keep contact? If you’d like

[@emilyhuber2196]

@@karenwalters8819 It’s emilyy__renee

[@Luisindio1]

No pull-ups? Ok this is the branch I need haha. This video help me a lot with some doubts I had!! Thank you

[@gator9717]

Is she really uploading again omg I could cry ☺️

[@keontemccoy5762]

I ship out October 4th. Security forces. Thank you for your videos. And yes I was told this as well from family and Air Force enlisted persons.

[@jaretzyturtle]

Ayeee another defender! Bmt is going to be flying colors compared to tech school cuz it’s more challenging both mentally & physically but you got this!!

[@gabrielavargas8489]

I’m joining Air Force and I’m so excited! Your videos helped so much! Thank you

[@AustinReynolds-t8n]

I’m 12 and I have thought about joining the Air Force for a long time and after hearing what you have to do got me scared but watching this makes me want to join more because I’m not scared anymore thanks😊

[@SkySword20]

Even though I went through BMT a few years back I still enjoy watching these type of BMT videos

[@dv2066]

i’m leaving for BMT soon so this helped ease some of my anxiety lol. thank you so much !!

[@itswysdumb]

No matter what happens learn how to brush it off… they will yell at you but take those screams and actually listent… they’re teach you to follow instructions at a very intense level so once you go operational airforce you can handle whatever job thats thrown at you… flexibility is one of the key points in the military 💯 remember the mti’s are humans too they get tired and they miss they family as well…

[@angeliqueee7129]

😭😭😭 you posted this the day before I leave for basic I’m going to cry.

[@darkmoone9984]

Had a great time in BMT when I went in back in 92. Yet many things have differently change since I was in. Aim High everyone

[@kolbeyhenry3821]

I plan on joining during or the end of summer!! Of 2023 I still have 25-30 lbs to lose and have been Nervous about the physical part of BMT thank you for sharing ! Helped a lot !!

[@lifewithcolby4931]

i plan on joining the end of summer 2023 too!! i’m sooo nervous and excited and the same time lol

[@Nic-gj7xu]

@@lifewithcolby4931 me too!! Studying for the asvab rn good luck on your journey ❤️❤️❤️

[@heyimreck]

im still waiting on a job and then a ship date but as the date possibly draws closer i am getting more nervous but im also so excited for the fact of stability and being able to finally not have to worry about alot of things, im still nervous but just ready to go and get it done

[@heyimreck]

i also watched your video about you not staying in so im glad everything has worked out for you!

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

I actually decided to stay in! I'll probably do a video on that.

[@chimaahanotu8041]

@heyimrack I’m in the same position as you! Waiting on a date scared and nervous but excited to be stable and not have to worry about things like rent!

[@LynxFan10]

Girl thank you for addressing the poop situation. I’m going in as a 31 year old…it was a concern for me lol

[@stephannyavendano]

When do you ship out?

[@23wdj]

Good video but, I have been and I have been more recently and I can tell you that it is indeed scary. It is intimidating and there’s nothing you can do about. It is hard. But you can’t just run away from every difficult thing in life. You have to face your fears and do hard stuff. The more you run away from hard stuff in life the more lame you become. Just keep your head down people! You get through it one day, one hour, one minute at a time. And don’t not do it because you think it’ll be hard!

[@jalenntoonice7278]

Im shipping out November 29th and I got cyber security apprentice!!! I'm excited but nervous at the same exact time

[@nate.infinity]

I got that job too! If you read this what's it like as I am still in the DEP for 3 more months.

[@harryweaver1238]

I'm a 38 male and I have been having thoughts of joining the air force so that I can have a stable career and retirement. I can't join at the moment because I'm in braces, but I'll be 39 when I get them off and still able to join. What I fear the most about BMT are the mornings. My understanding is a person has 15 minutes to get up, make their bed, use the toilet (heck it can take me 15 minutes alone to use the toilet lol), brush their teeth, shave, shower, and dressed again. I don't know how that is even humanly possible...

[@newbgamergirl1033]

Thank you for your advice! Much appreciated! 😊

[@kazallen1661]

High school students who want to join the Air Force/Military after school look into Civil Air Patrol/Jr. ROTC. It will give you a taste of the AF/military.

[@mkay4uu]

I leave on the 20th, I was worried about the physical part but now I feel better about it

[@jayeful6564]

Same I leave on the 20th girll I’m nervouss but hopefully she’s right about the physical stuff

[@assatamurray682]

I'm studying now for the asvab. I'm going to talk to a recruiter for air National guard some time this week

[@freddygalvez5773]

I ship out tomorrow! Super nervous on the running part 😢

[@cycleguy1943]

Totally LIFE Changing…Military life is an experience of a lifetime.Back in Basic Training in ‘83 way way totally different than today,of course.Words of encouragement:STOP-LOOK-and LISTEN to everything that is coming at you..Follow instructions and you’ll be fine!BMTS 3723/FLT035 Class of Jan-Feb ‘83👍🇺🇸

[@bryanamaryyvonne]

Thank you!! Do you mind making a video about the ASVAB & tech school?

[@trentonlumpkins2335]

I’m excited to start BMT on September 20th! My AFSC is Personnel! So stoked!

[@jennibeefit1454]

we love a consistent queen!!!! i leave nov 8 and have been super anxious😭 ur videos really help w all the questions ive had!!! im so grateful to have found ur channel💗🥰 keep posting queen!!!🫶🥹

[@yiselvelazquez8705]

i leave on nov 8th too!!! it’s also my birthday haha

[@juleighannwilson7141]

I leave November 8th as well!

[@AddyMett]

Wow, I leave Nov. 8th too! Wishing you good luck and success in the military :)

[@Slow_Gixxer]

I graduated a couple weeks ago.. wasn’t bad .. just a mental game for me

[@cicirae1243]

my worst fear is the peanut butter shot :( that’s literally the only think i’m super anxious about getting i have an awful fear of needles, i can get past the little shots but a big one in my butt i think i’ll pass out

[@acekhmer]

Same. I was hoping that i could get it before basic to get it out the way but i heard you have to take it at basic 😅

[@morbidzombii]

it’s not in your butt. it’s in the large part of your upper thigh Edit: just say that you’re allergic to penicillin and they’ll give you a pill instead

[@sylasschroeder903]

Very helpful. Thank you

[@RAF_USAF.spotter16]

Thank you for all the videos that you do, they really help. I want to join the Air Force and hopefully be based at RAF Lakenheath but I live in the UK not US. Also I’m just worried that I won’t pass the training

[@jacadavona]

Thank you for this! I ship out on Sept 6! So soon!

[@ememinuikim9345]

Hi! Was it very hot during your time at basic training?

[@jacadavona]

@@ememinuikim9345it was! but it cooled down mid to ending of October! good luck!

[@vedavergona7990]

I’m excited for basic- the hardest part for me is I still don’t know what I want to do in the AF, I cannot choose a job 😭

[@bigdee8189]

I would choose a job that translates well to what you want to do when you get out of the Air Force!

[@rebeccazbinden3489]

Ik it has been 2 years, but what career did you decide on? I'm intereste in the AF, because I have no idea what I want to do in life. That means I have no idea what job I want in the AF. I don't like math, so any tech job is probably out of the question, and I don't really know many other options that I would be interested in.

[@lidiaj7089]

Yay new vid! Love your vids so much, you made me confident that I want to join the AF! ❤ My only question is how hard was the ASVAB test? I’m scared I won’t pass...

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

Thank you so much! 😌 and the ASVAB was relatively easy for me because I’m a naturally good test taker. I would definitely research ASVAB practice tests and study if you’re unsure.

[@lidiaj7089]

@@MikaylaRoseDaly thank you!☺

[@dulceturner5551]

Im just so scared of leaving my kids (4 &1) 😢missing them too much or something happening while im away

[@CinnamonLynn]

I leave for bmt on the 20th and watching this video helped me calmed some of my nerves since I was more worried about how it’s like with exercising ( running portion ) and when we’re able to use the bathroom. But how does the written test go?

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

You take the written test at the end of bmt before graduation. You’re in class Monday-Saturday and you’re able to study during downtime. It’s a very easy test. Multiple choice.

[@CinnamonLynn]

@@MikaylaRoseDaly I appreciate your comment thank you ! ☺️

[@ella9159]

I got out of BMT like 3 weeks ago, the written test is super easy! And running is fine, just put all your effort in. Nobody from my flight got recycled for running. I even thought I would be! But I brought my run time down 3 whole minutes. You can use the bathroom whenever you want, they say "You are all adults so you don't have to ask" but I recommend asking during marching/formation otherwise they will get mad. Also don't forget your wingmen. And don't sit on your bed like I did.

[@CinnamonLynn]

@@ella9159 Thank you so much!

[@voodooogaming]

I leave in three days and my nerves have been all over the place 🤣 thank you for this video

[@VictorMartinez-rc8zu]

Im just worried that since i havent had a one to one conversation with someone that only speaks English due to me living in a place were English isnt the primary language that I wont catch what they are saying to me when they yell at me.😅

[@VictorMartinez-rc8zu]

Im at tech school now

[@Jaceisgoated]

I have the same fear! How was BMT for you?

[@VictorMartinez-rc8zu]

@@Jaceisgoated the only thing that was an "issue" was processing what the MTIs were saying. But after a week or two everything became the same. Not as hard as it seems and just be physically capable of doing at least the minimum on the pt standards.

[@KaillyZee]

I’m so nervous and scared for bmt but I also want to do it as well this is my sign to just sign the papers .

[@HeroFrontPodcast]

Great job with this! Keep it up, keep connecting!

[@sakuramochii3618]

To be completely honest my main concern is what to do or where to go. I am getting my AA going to a bachelors before I think of joining (maybe). Going to a tech school never came into my plan of schooling or working for the military. I was gonna join the Air Force to get free college to pay for med school. I enjoy how things are run in the military, but alot of their rules bum me out. I have pink hair and piercings in my ears and nose. I don’t really wanna get rid of my hair color but I do understand there’s a dress code. I also have a side shave so I’m not sure how to appropriately wear my hair, I’m guessing I’d have to go for a new style, possibly short. I also never planned on joining in the first place. I was going into an art path but now I’m heading down a path into anesthesia. I wouldn’t mind joining a medical group on a base, in the Eglin one in Florida is one where I’m planning on job shadowing in. I’m very conflicted on what to choose or how to go about this. I also have a hard time being yelled at due to past tissues but I’m aware they do it to break you down or try to My family was military and I lived in England for 6 years traveling so while it would be nice to see things again I would rather not deploy anywhere.

[@bella-lo3cv]

what bras do you recommend taking? sports bras that i own/ all i found in stores have removable cups and when i’m at home and do the laundry they literally fall out and get lost in the laundry and i dont want that to happen at bmt.

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

You get issued a mesh bag in basic that your socks, underwear and bras go in for laundry and the bag has your name. So if they fall out it won't be a big deal.

[@stephannyavendano]

@@MikaylaRoseDaly how often do they do laundry

[@EliteReclaims]

This video helped a lot thank you :D

[@seth7712]

You're back! 😎

[@jameslong7749]

In my case I was in the old Alcatraz dorms and BMT was scary IMO I'll be honest the first few weeks were tough but it goes by quick after the first couple weeks

[@Eddybaby01]

I went to BMT in 2014. It is easy. You just get yelled at and learn how to fold your clothes extremely well. It’s by far the weakest BMT compared to other branches.

[@ai11eleven]

Love ❤️ this channel. Perfect 💫 timing. Amazing video 🎉I subscribed and liked thanks…

[@brettsadler4211]

With recruiting down, they made bootcamp almost impossible to fail. Bootcamp is now ymca summer camp. It's a total joke.

[@stephannyavendano]

I hope this is true cuz I definitely don’t want to be recycled 😂

[@guabavoss]

My worry is the lenguage im not so good whit the English and some times I don't understand what is the drill Sargent say so im scary

[@paigearielleeeeee]

Hey quick question. Did you bring your own makeup with you or did you buy it when you got there ? And where you able to bring small earrings for your official picture and graduation?

[@swamp6825]

You can’t wear makeup at basic training! You can bring it but you won’t be able to wear it until graduation I’m pretty sure stud earrings are fine if they’re silver or gold

[@chococofffee]

Take a wing man to the bathroom? Like take a friend with you? Or a Soldier/Sargent

[@stephannyavendano]

I Believe you take a friend/ someone from your flight

[@airianajoslin1724]

can you do a video on what to pack for usafa

[@smekkii]

do you have any advice about being on your period? i’m scared about having cramps/low energy due to it. how do you handle that?

[@rupvictoria3017]

hey!! my name is Airman Rupert Victoria! great vids! 🤙🏽

[@caitlynbrooks1358]

I got myself to do 1.50 mile in 15 minutes before I even passed the ASVAB test

[@Krmtx]

Basic training does not scare me, the asvab does. I am not good at Math & subjects like math.

[@___kayed]

Fr

[@stephannyavendano]

The asvab is not that bad as long as you know basic math you’re gonna be fine

[@BlessedMisfittt]

Are you still in your first enlistment? If so, any advice/tips on making staff sergeant in that time frame?

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

Yes, I signed a 6 year contract and joined in 2018. My advice is to have a strong EPR (Enlisted Performance Report). You want to be a well rounded airman, so furthering education, volunteer, strong work bullets, etc. Also, really study for the test. The promotion rate is now lower than it’s been in a long time so it’s going to be more difficult but still obtainable. I made BTZ (below the zone) and put on Senior Airman six months early and then made staff on my first try so that’s how I became a Staff in under four years.

[@goldengrace2471]

What was your rank when you enlisted?

[@kellyann2858]

Did they make you jump out of a plane

[@davidwells5888]

scariest thing for me is the asvab test.. i went on the study guide and i dont know any of these questions LMAO

[@nate.infinity]

Don't sweat it too much. I barely studied and I scored a 73. If you passed 9th grade you should be good.

[@big_presidential725]

Im joining and I’m in good shape but Im just nervous about the fact I’ve never shot a gun before. Any tips? , also nervous about beast week with all the chemical gear and stuff. Also I have one question how safe is beast week? The internet over exaggerates stuff a lot but from what I seen are we gonna be getting bombs thrown at us for 5 days ??😂

[@nate.infinity]

I heard that it is actually better if you have no prior firearm experience as there will be nothing to learn. As for beast week I am sure they try and make it safe for the recruits.

[@Drea1117]

Hey are we able to come back on weekends to visit family ?

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

Your family only gets to come on graduation weekend.

[@StayeHard]

What is the suckiest part about basic training? 🤔

[@mysterymayhem7020]

does thinking of BMT scare me. the answer is no but the caveat to that is I also have no interest in doing it again. Did it 23 years ago. I'm good now.

[@cristaldesembrana1174]

I really want to get enlisted but I think I’m too short 😂 do you know what’s the height limit to join? Thank you!

[@swamp6825]

Shortest you can be is 4’10

[@sofiavenegas6652]

I'm married and have 1 kid. Will i get paid BAH while in training too? Or will that kick in after i graduate all my training?

[@mjisurdad]

While in training too

[@j0shy19]

The most painful things in my life was getting OC sprayed, gassed and tased 😑 don’t do it yall

[@michellezuniga4340]

Are you able to talk to your family on the phone during training ??

[@hubertschrodt1907]

The airforce seem real easy compared to the Marine corps but i do miss yhe boot camp experience i had

[@bigdee8189]

The Air Force is NOT interested in comparing itself to other branches in terms of "easiness" of the training!! The Air Force doesn't feel the need for NON-STOP SCREAMING like the marines!! Obviously, if the Air Force wanted it hard ...it would be!! It's about training to meet the mission of FLY, FIGHT, WIN!! If you need nonstop SCREAMING to get you motivated, you shouldn't join ANY branch!!! I don't need to scream AYE AYE SIR, AYE AYE SIR non-stop!!

[@anjleenamiyan9235]

Hi Mikayla, I was wondering is the air force the easiest job for girls/women? What is the easiest job for girls and what do they do?

[@rebeccazbinden3489]

Did you figure out the answer? I was wondering the same thing

[@je1081]

How is the communication in BMT? Is it via mail only?

[@josuesuazo3635]

Yes I am scare 😢 and most for me that I don’t speak English enough

[@stephannyavendano]

Omg same 😅😢

[@josuesuazo3635]

@@stephannyavendano really

[@audreyappleton4230]

For me, I have a hard time holding my breath for even short periods, and I cant stay underwater for more than about twenty seconds. Do you think that's gonna be a problem in the gas chamber, or really anything else in basic?

[@mjisurdad]

No

[@NOIZis2loud]

I leave the 13th. I’m freaking the fuck out to be honest. The anxiety is real lol.

[@kaitlynbell9028]

I leave the 13th too! Good luck 😊

[@nbahov]

I also leave the 13th

[@NOIZis2loud]

@@nbahov where y’all from?

[@NOIZis2loud]

@@kaitlynbell9028 where y’all from??

[@kaitlynbell9028]

@@NOIZis2loud South Carolina 😬

[@aaliyahroberts3715]

Where do your phone be for that eight weeks? Do they take it?

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

They take your phone and lock it away.

[@5pepper]

You're at JBA? What a small world 😮

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

Nope! I’m at Fort Meade! Close though.

[@clviaclvia6188]

Can i join airforce at 36?

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

Yes, the limit is 39

[@ThatEmoGirl]

im 36 and joining.

[@bezgaliba]

@@ThatEmoGirl hi! How is it going for you?

[@axcejames4563]

My cardio is terrible how hard is the pt running

[@angeloading]

as long as you do some training beforehand you'll be fine, nothing too intense maybe just run around the block every few days or some basketball

[@waverlypearson5174]

Do you have to serve after completing BMT?

[@rileyrigdon3136]

what is beast week

[@stephannyavendano]

I think they changed beast week into something called Pacer Forge whatever that is

[@kevinwelch5473]

Not scared to go. Just been curious if 30 is to old to join! Haha I don’t feel old, just don’t wanna be the grandpa of basic 😂

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

30 is definitely not too old to join!

[@paulaangelina7750]

it's awesome because air force has the highest age average of all the branches.

[@andyfn3051]

Honestly tech school is so much more depressing them basic for me at least ( I was mustangs squadron )

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

I was also mustangs and tech school was not it for me LOL I'd do basic again before tech school.

[@magickitty277]

what makes it depressing

[@Valkyrie1911]

Well its the AF so, no...it wouldn't be scary. Scariest part is probably getting 300 thread count sheets instead of 500....

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

LOL

[@cindyknows9220]

So there are bathroom stalls with doors? or?

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

Yes. The toilets are in stalls but showers are in an open room

[@ella9159]

HAHA not if you go to 326 east side dorms apparently they had no stalls on their toilets but I was on the other side and I had stalls

[@mjisurdad]

433rd didn’t have doors on all the stalls at least my dorm didn’t. One of the ones that didn’t have a door was right in front of the entrance to the Latrine too. For some reason everyone wanted to use it too. It was weird making eye contact as you enter and see them sitting there 😂😂😂😂

[@elisearmer8306]

what about SUNSCREEN as a very very very fair-skinned person, i can't be outside for more than about 30 minutes without sunscreen.

[@Jim610]

In the RAF we do the gas chamber every year, and I did 38 years! We did do drills in there and if you did them correctly you "shouldn't" get a lung full but you always get some!

[@samuelaguilar5349]

I can't wait, I leave in October!

[@autumnaugustin5195]

Can you bring your own hygiene products?

[@ella9159]

yes but they may or may not make you throw away unmarked stuff!

[@steel90912]

The air force is the easiest branch of the military. It's kick back compared to army, marines & navy.

[@tylercusack9436]

If your scared of going to basic just don’t go… join the corps instead

[@MegaMijit]

Depends if you get Disneyland or Alcatraz! Lol

[@tbull1663]

"In my opinion, it is easy" Yep, no lie there. Those chairs got some serious sitting hours. *laughs in Marine* Stay safe sister 😁

[@bigdee8189]

Trust me....there's TONS of crayon eating marines that sit in chairs for "serious sitting hours!!". Let's not forget your boss, the US Navy!! They have hundreds of "CHAIR" jobs too!! GO AIR FORCE!!

[@magickitty277]

does the skincare have to be travel sized

[@MikaylaRoseDaly]

I believe so. I don’t remember checking a bag.

[@Marcelo-ev4dk]

Not my life is secret

[@seanatron8005]

If you think its scary, you might want to reconsider joining

[@kenziecauley5376]

My step dad keeps telling me not to tell anyone about my bipolar, depression, and adhd? Will I get in trouble for NOT bringing it up? I’m scared of getting in trouble! Ahhh! Please please help~ thank you for this video

[@Marcelo-ev4dk]

NOT US ESPECIAL FORCED

[@davontawilliams3958]

How was the shower ? I fear that because I take long showers 😅

[@stephannyavendano]

Me too and I’m really nervous about it since I leave Dec 13 😭

[@davontawilliams3958]

@@stephannyavendano lol just wash the main parts of the body that’s stinks 😷🤣

[@ll-Sidious-ll]

@@stephannyavendano I leave Dec 13th too. See you there lol

[@faheemshah3514]

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