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U.S. Air Force Academy Class of 2029 starts Basic Cadet Training

U.S. Air Force Academy BCT Class of 2029 Assault Course
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U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (KOAA) — The U.S. Air Force Academy Class of 2029 has begun their training!

Field training began on July 13 as the cadets made their way from the Cadet Area to Jack's Valley, which is a 6.2-mile march.

March out to Jack's Valley

According to USAFA, field training introduces cadets to the following:

  • first aid skills
  • combat arms
  • field living conditions

Before field training, cadets were introduced to military customs and courtesies, the Uniform Code of Military Justice, and many more skills that will help the cadets as they progress through training.

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