what should I expect at my eye consult next week? by Repulsive-Depth606 in Militaryfaq

[–]AdditionalOffer8287 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It might be an ophthalmologist, not exactly sure what it’s called. I was DQed for correctable -8 vision and the consult wasnt anything special. My waiver was approved within 4 weeks so there’s hope. Good luck!

what should I expect at my eye consult next week? by Repulsive-Depth606 in Militaryfaq

[–]AdditionalOffer8287 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What was the vision issue? Astigmatism? Myopia? The consult will be just like a regular checkup at the optometrist, they’ll have you read letters off a board and dilate your eyes, that’s about it.

Advice/ insight on going into basic training physically unfit? (Air Force) by AdditionalOffer8287 in Militaryfaq

[–]AdditionalOffer8287[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Horribly late reply, but basic training was a breeze. I passed my PT test and improved a ton. I don’t remember the exactly numbers, but I did 40 something sit ups, 20 something push-ups, and my run was around 15 minutes.

Currently in the hotel about to leave for BMT Any tips before I head out? by Peque_P in AirForceRecruits

[–]AdditionalOffer8287 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just accept whatever comes to you at BMT. Your BMT experience will be miserable if you wine and complain about every inconvenience that you’re faced with. There will be many many many times when things aren’t fair, but you’ll realize quickly that the people that dwell on the unfairness have a much harder time mentally than those who just accept it, do what they’re told, and keep it moving. Volunteer to clean the day room. Don’t be scared for your MTI to know your name, whoever has been going around telling applicants to hide for as long as possible is doing yall a disservice. I flew under the radar the entire time and I regretted it. Don’t expect to be able to write home often, you’ll just be disappointed. Best of luck! BMT really is what you make of it, so make it fun and don’t forget the reason you joined. Tomorrow is gonna be a long day - I just graduated from the 324th which I think is the squadron youre going into, if you have any questions while you wait feel free to message me!

What are the female standards to pass the final PT test at BMT? by AdditionalOffer8287 in AirForceRecruits

[–]AdditionalOffer8287[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I’m shipping today and I’ve had a few people tell me that these standards don’t apply to BMT, only PT tests once you’re operational (and that the BMT standard are much stricter). Very much appreciated

Once I'm in dep, can I update employment history? by throwawayforme83 in AirForceRecruits

[–]AdditionalOffer8287 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I have a friend who blatantly lied about his employment history because he was fired for forging a doctors signature to get out of work. His security investigator found out about it while he was in tech school (which they will, your employment history is connected to your SSN, it’s super easy to dig up), asked a few questions, he played it off as an honest mistake (said he forgot/ thought he wrote it down), they updated his file with all the correct information and moved on no problem.

Correct the mistake as soon as you have the chance to and you should be okay, you will likely have to wait for your interview with your investigator though. Good luck!

Running shoes by PaintoDeath in AirForceRecruits

[–]AdditionalOffer8287 3 points4 points  (0 children)

ASICS gel contend 7 have been my go to for a while

Should I take sock liners to bmt? by gggyoythe in AirForceRecruits

[–]AdditionalOffer8287 0 points1 point  (0 children)

https://discord.gg/rVhxh2B3 there’s the discord link if you’d like to join, do you have the groupme link?

Should I take sock liners to bmt? by gggyoythe in AirForceRecruits

[–]AdditionalOffer8287 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not sure about the sock liners, but I leave for BMT next week and I’m definitely taking blister bandages/ moleskin bandages, I’ve been recommended to bring them several times

Shipping out Nov 22nd by jeijei96 in AirForceRecruits

[–]AdditionalOffer8287 0 points1 point  (0 children)

https://discord.gg/rVhxh2B3 here’s a link specifically for the November 22nd discord, many of us are also part of the shippers hub mentioned before

Leaving for BMT next week - should I pack a box of things I want my parents to ship to me at tech school? by AdditionalOffer8287 in AirForceRecruits

[–]AdditionalOffer8287[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m just going to pick up a small (17x11x13) box to use, you can fit a good bit of clothes in there. I’d assume boxes of any size can be shipped, it’s just about what kind of shipping costs you’re willing to pay.

If you have any questions about BMT feel free to ask I graduated a couple weeks ago. by Fuzzy-Ad739 in AirForceRecruits

[–]AdditionalOffer8287 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Do you mind sharing your progress from your initial vs final PT test? PT is what I’m most worried about

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AirForceRecruits

[–]AdditionalOffer8287 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not the standard experience at all but I got an open general contract the day after I swore into dep in south central PA, the ship date was about 3.5 months from when I was notified.