Air Force OTS (Officer Training School) I Wish I KNEW!! 

Just graduated from OTS as of October 16, 2020. Read the OTSMAN, know how to march, know how to call cadence with confidence, know how to report, know dining facility procedures, be able to pass PT test with 85 or above, and focus on SOBs when it comes to studying academic materials, and try to sleep no later than 9:30 pm each night.

Bro you could literally have a monopoly over the AF officer youtube game because there's basically no other ones out there lmao

Please make more videos about Air Force officer life - orders, travel frequency, limitations, benefits, housings, everyday life, leisure, workload, foreigners serving the us Air Force etc etc etc :) you have done a great job so far, but there is not much on RU-vid about being an officer in the US Air Force.

Thank you for making this video! I'm looking at going into the AF as an officer. Keep the tips coming!

Kinda crazy that you made posted this 2.5 years ago and all the information is still relevant and accurate. I applied as a civilian just over a year ago, I remember watching this video... didn't connect a lot of the dots yet. I am swearing in and getting my orders next Friday 11OCT2019. Watching this video again, makes much more sense than last year. Subscribed; keep making videos, you never know how much you'll help future officers. - also, coming from TX and AFSC is 32EX, small world

I'm so glad I found this channel.

Thanks for sharing your story! I'm writing a novel on a man and his life in the Air Force and this really helps me out! :)

Hey, just wanted to say a huge thanks for the video, it was very imformative! I’ve got a semester of school left, and was originally planning on going into law enforcement but recently started looking into OTS. The Air Force website has the typical basic info but this video had all the types of info I was looking for! I already feel so much more prepared for what’s ahead, and I’ll definitely be watching some more of your vids as well, thanks again!

Last time I binge watched OTS videos on here yours wasn't up yet, so glad I decided to search again. My husband leaves for OTS next week, I'm sending him a link now!

Thank you! Can't wait to start

Great Video. I just finished my bachelor's degree in Industrial Technology this week, and I just did the pre-qualification for Air Force Officer Program. Hopefully I'm able to make it all the way through.

I’m thinking of joining currently. I’m Army prior enlisted and hearing you talk about OTS is just hilarious.

Indoctrination phase and all I think about is Mass Effect....

Love your channel and this vid. Very informative! Thanks for taking the time to make it. I was hoping you would take some time in a subsequent video to talk about the ropes course at OTS. I have a crippling fear of heights but I don't want that to be the thing that stops me. That would be weak, huh?

Thanks so much for this video. In the middle of the application process, and this is so helpful. Just subscribed!

From OTS to ORS thank you for your service

Very helpful. Thank you for taking the time.

Awesome video man. Just got selected for OTS and trying to suck up as much knowledge as I can! Can't wait!

Thanks for making this! Definitely a void of officer info on RU-vid. I was just selected to be a pilot, but don't have my OTS class date yet.

I'm so glad I found your channel, not many people talk about ots it's mainly enlisted people who make videos. But I was wondering about buying abus how many I should buy because my recruiter said that they get ruined while at ots and that I should try and get most of them from the airmans attic. Also what's the pt like while you're there? Like what type of exercises you do and how often and such. Thanks again for the info!

I can't believe you stumbled on situational awareness and then giggled as well got you

How often are you allowed to communicate with your family? I have a 3 year old son and communication with him is important to me. How long did it take for you to get accepted? And what career field?

Your videos are really helpful. I'm thinking about going to OTS for the airforce after college and go into military police because I want to ultimately go into law enforcement as my career ( i know I can go into law enforcement right after college but I also want to serve) and having that military discipline will help.

You should mention the guidon position. That way people can look into it and their flight will love them for volunteering. Flights look good with a good guidon lol Also maybe speak to quotes of the day and GLPs. just a heads up that there is more than tests and marching. And getting off caffeine before going.

Commissioned 9/9/1986, lived on and studied at Medina Annex of Lackland AFB. (RIFfed 12/31/1992 while attending SOS in residence. Unpleasant.) Conducted an AF band in Ohio and then the Symphony Orchestra in DC. At age 60 I have many memories and OTS was one of the highlights of a modestly lived life. First three days at OTS I didn’t shit. Memorable. Good luck to you.

Great video bro!

This is good stuff, i have submitted my application so I will be watching everything xD

Thanks for the video Lt. I'm shipping Jun. 18 and nobody really had any info. This helped a ton. The off, cleaning kit, and shout, etc. is that something to get at the shopette or something to bring with you initially?

Thanks for all the information. Judging from the comments, there are a lot of people are benefiting from it. Considering doing a similar channel, except for the Australian Air Force. What kind of permissions (if any) did you need to start your channel?

Thanks for the video!

A little late to this video but still hoping you could answer some questions. In your other video you mentioned you have a BA in ME, which is my goal also. Where did you go to school for your degree? I'm taking the CC then transfer route but was considering joining the AF enlisted route to finish my BA sooner but I'm unsure how long it will take to obtain that degree if I join as enlisted with some community college credits. Also after the BA I was considering OTS, like you, which is why I watched this video. And after OTS I was going to try for pilots, as you did. I was wondering what would a timeline be from enlisted to completing OTS? 6 yrs? 8 yrs? Thanks in advance!

This was so helpful!!! Thank you so much 💕💕

Great video! I'm still trying to locate a copy of the OTSMAN and HAWK. Do you have a link or know where I could find/purchase one?? Keep up the great work!

Currently awaiting results of my fourth board for OTS. Guard guy here trying to go active. Thanks for your videos.

Thank you my brother.

Thanks for sharing the secrets.

Hello LT! Great Content in this Video! My Son (Senior in High School) is considering between USAFA or ROTC while in college. He is applying for the Aerospace Engineering here in California and in Texas (UTA or TAMU). Hearing that you came from Texas, Do you have a recommendations between UTA and TAMU for ROTC. Did you do your ROTC while in College with your ME degree or you sign up after graduating with your ME? Please let me know. Thanks! God Bless!

Couple questions: 1. How hard would you say the curriculum is compared to the engineering courses you took? I'm studying engineering myself so it'd be nice to get an idea of how tough it's gonna be. 2. Did you or anyone you know at OTS have a wife or long term gf? If so how does that work while you're there? Do you get to communicate with them at all? 3. How likely is it to get a job in engineering? I don't want my degree to just sit there while I do something completely different for four years. Thanks in advance.

I really appreciate this video. During the first three to four weeks, are you allowed to contact your family?

This was very helpful. I was just selected! 👩🏽‍✈️

Lt, thanks for the vids. I am a 31 y/o TSgt and i will be trying to put a package for the next board and im curious what is the Average enlisted rank you saw during your time in OTS? Thank you again

Do you know any prior enlisted that I can talk to that went through the process ?

Hey man, I am wanting to become a Chaplain in the Air National Guard, do you know if they go to there own training or do they go to the same OTS? Also I have heard multiply things about asthma and being a chaplain, do you know anything about this? Thanks

+the lieutenant how are prior service treated at AF OTS?

Got my very worn OTSMAN and HAWK in my hand right now. BOT Class 14-06

Great video. I may have more questions. I’m interested in JAG so I’m trying to be prepared. Are the dorms single dorms? Are the showers community style?

This video is extremely helpful, I'm leaving in a few weeks for OTS. I was wondering, near the end were you ever able to go off-base? Thanks!

Thanks for the info, do you have to do presentations as an officer? I know that is a silly question but I am still working on my public speaking skills and I assume in OTS they have you talk in front of groups.

Is that military store thing within walking distance or do you have to drive there?

Lol BMT sounds much harder then that just to talk to my MTI I had to say sir trainee _____ reports as ordered

I have a question: Do those who want to attend USUHS for medical school go through the same OTS? If so, do they go through it with only those attending USUHS, or is it a general pool? Thanks! Great vid!

Great video. Very helpful. Thanks :) Question: how short of a haircut do we need before we go to COT/OTS?

Assuming the application and acceptance goes all in the applicants favor, is anything else provided besides the two booklets? Or does everything need to be purchased by you (uniforms, etc)

what happens after you graduate from OTS? do they send you to school or straight to a base to work?

Do you have a roommate(s)? Also the training days is 40ish from what I have read. Since it is 9.5 weeks are they giving you off the weekends?

I know that this is all meant to be different then Basic but... I'll be honest, this all sounds pretty standard if not a bit relaxed compared to Basic. That however makes sense, I mean your a officer Cadet. But just as a note, So coming in as prior service / Enlisted should make a lot of the first few weeks easy right.

Is it true that you get a PT test immediately (within the second or first day) and if you do not pass you immediately are sent home?

Do they allow a calculator or paper and pencil when taking the AFOQT test ? Also did you get choices where you wanted to be stationed and if you got any of your picks or did they just tell you where you will be sent or needed after OTS??

Did you commission without any prior military experience? I have a Master's degree... 33 and always had a passion to join the air force. Everything I find are people who were enlisted then to officer... which is great, just not my situation. Any advice for someone with no military experience world be amazing. God bless!

How many classes are there a year and typically when do they begin each class?

Sir, quick question. I am currently in SF tech school, I would like to commission and go from enlisted to officer. What is something that I can do while in my 1st duty station to be placed for a commission spot?

Anyone know how easy it is to adjust if your prior service going through OTS?

Could you please do a video about fitness while doing basic/OTS. Mainly how to keep as much muscle and strength as possible.

Thanks!

You whippersnappers only do 9.5 weeks now and get a damn camel pack!!! :) We did 12 weeks with little canteens and had to tie a knot in our shoelaces every time we finished a canteen so instructors would know we were hydrated - i.e. we pissed a lot. :) Go Tigers! 04-06, flight 3-13, Capt. Johnny Dennis, commander.

Do you know what the process is like if you’re prior service, like National Guard, and you want to go Active AF?

I was in the 908ASTS at Maxwell good base but literally it is in the middle of the ghetto.

Awesome videos and thank you for making them! I've started my officer package and take my AFOQT late May. On scale of 1-10, how hard was the AFOQT? I've also got letters of recommendations from some captains and my professors. Would that hold good weight for my package?

Make a video about the AFOQT Please!!!!!!!

Very interesting stuff bro!

White gloves are for squadron DPR. You didn't do squadron DPR?

Wait, so even after passing the AFOQT and the selection board, you could still get removed and have your chances of being an actual officer in the airforce taken away during OTS? You did mention something about not passing PT and them removing you almost immediately? I thought once you make it into OTS, you're pretty much all set? Am I missing something here? Please explain.

Can you make a video about why you chose to do this. Why is becoming an officer worth while I have a great paying job and comfy lifestyle but there’s a fire in me to pursue being an officer. Maybe if you can break down the lifetime benefits of it that would help many people

How many hours are you in a classroom when classes start?

Thank you 🙏🏽

How long does it take to get accepted? And what are the tests like and how do you study for them?

How are the tests? Multiple choice? Short answer? Verbal?

What guide did you use to study for the afoqt?

Did you have any prior enlisted people accidentally say their old reporting instruction?

If I join as a Civil Engineer Officer in the Air Force Reserve, do you know if I would drill at the base nearest to my home, or do the Civil Engineers drill at a centralized duty station? Thank you

Do OTS cadets go through all of the immunization shots like the enlisted guys do? More specifically, did you get the penicillin shot?

Do you have to go to basic before OTS? I know Army makes you go to basic before OCS as a college opt

How long were you enlisted AD before you made it to OTS?

What would you recommend to do? I have my 4 year degree in business administration, but I want to get the military training and experience to eventually work for the FBI which is my career goal. I also plan to get my master’s degree. Could I do the 9 week training graduate and then go back to college at all?

"takes the fun out of it"

this might be a silly question, but are there any restrictions to what you can bring to OTS? can you bring a personal kettle/coffee pot?

If you do AFROTC in college do you go to OTS or with the other enlisted people to BMT?

Class 18-04 here!!

This video is longer than Methuselah's life.

Can you take or bring supplements during OTS?

I am currently in high school and I want to go and fly HH-60G Pave Hawks for the Air Force, which path should I take; Should I go to the AFA or OTS? I also am a Civil Air Patrol cadet my rank is C/SMSgt so I know basic drill, and leadership, as well as aerospace.

Any advice or insight on the enlisted to officer process? Currently enlisted looking into my options. I haven't met many officers who were previously enlisted.

Hi finished college with my bachelors degree in business finance and I wanted to become an AF officer is there anything I should do to start the process because I don’t want to wait a year or two to become one I want to start ASAP

How easy is it to get medical waivers? I have a few scars from stab wounds from my mother who has a mental disorder. Would it be easy to get a waiver for this? I plan on either going to the US military medical school or go on the "reserves" route while in medical school.

I am still a year away from even going to college and I plan to go to ocs. Saying that, do you know what you recommend I study so I have a better chance to get into ocs as a civilian? Thank you for the video. I might as well know prior to going even if it is a few years from now.

Hey, I'm looking to became an officer after college. Is it okay if I could email you for questions. Thanks!

Hi! Thank you for the informative video. I have tried to follow you on instagram but your @ doesn't show up. Do you have a new @? I have some questions to ask about OTS that may be longer than RU-vid comments. Thanks! :)

I have a set of Mechanix MPact gloves (black) would those be acceptable?

When did you take the AFOQT? Any suggestions?

Hey dude, how many older recruits 30+ do you see as AF Officers?