Chapter Four: The Weakness of One 

That’s their job. They sent a lot of People to the chaplain.

@@megga0 Of course that's their job. One would hope that all the MTIs are as compassionate, understanding, and reflective as SSgt Galbreith in situations like this. But from my own BMT experience I can attest.....that's not always the case.

God does have a plan for us my man. You just have to believe and ask Him to show you.

@@xxkillshot5xx Rather presumptive for you to assume I'm a male, don't you think?

I hope you never join. We don’t need any more pansies in the Airforce.

our MTIs always laughed, we had funny MTIs tho

It’s nice to hear laughter once in a while

Agreed. Those were some good and funny moments.

Absolutely! Bmt 2003

Our section chief was a tech that was selected for master during our cycle. Hard as hell and stared daggers at you 24/7. Week 4 she came in for a check in when our TI was out and we ALMOST got her to laugh. Best moment of BMT to that point

My flight never had moments like these. My MTI was a total a-hole.

She’s the most human of them all

@@cm1133 most MTI's are a-holes.

Bro our TI was gas to the floor the whole entire time, always yelled at the dorm until the fifth week, when he would laugh a little with us and then say "Put yo teeth away, what's wrong with y'all?"

@@cm1133 I honestly cannot wait for mine, I have a lot of training to get ready physically. But bootcamp is something I need to be a better man.

Once you find that out, it completely changes the calculation on how you view him. Rather than just thinking he's coming across slow or just not motivated, you learn that he has something serious going on. It's also telling how the MTI approached the situation when he was told about it. He didn't belittle the trainee, he didn't say "Man up, you're in the military." He showed Trainee Garcia and the rest of us that he's more than just a shouting voice; he's a leader and he takes his responsibility to not only train, but lead and take care of the trainees, the Airmen under his charge.

I agree!

I hope 🤞 Garcia does make it. He seems like a good person.

Are you serious or trolling?

@@vanessalang2018Unfortunately he didn’t make it :(

that part was great

That happened to me at the CQ desk when I was laughing at another drill sergeant that was talking to me. The questions he was asking me was funny. I couldn't hold back laughter. Then my drill sergeant asked me "WHERE IS YOUR MILITARY BEARING?" I told her why I was laughing. "YOU THINK HE FUNNY?" she hollered again. I said "Yes, Drill Sergeant," still laughing 🤣. She dismissed me and the other soldier who came down to the CQ Desk with me. I could tell she was trying not to laugh herself in the end probably knowing full well she wanted to laugh 🤣.

Truth!

Agree, that's the basic... There are things that you don't even imagine in that point... What comes after is real life changing time....

Like there are parts where the trainees speak to their superior really low... They have to lose their voice answering

Dude! Haha I also left Jan 3rd I do remember back when I use to watch these videos before I left to basic What squadron were you in ?

Coming from a Marines perspective I wasn't used to seeing that in boot camp or BMT as the Air Force calls it. We had nothing like that at all. The closest thing we got to that was when our SDI would sit down with our platoon and talk about what it means to be a Marine, knowledge, even life advice sometimes. The closest thing we got to a "Chaplain" was going to church every Sunday. However, I do agree with you. That NCO definitely cared about that trainee and it showed. One thing that NCO said that is completely true in every branch is how basic training is completely different than the operating forces. I know boot camp for us is nothing like the real Marine Corps. Obviously we keep customs and courtesies with us but that's part of being in the military. Much respect to the Air Force and all the other branches.

@@kricket5363 Well said. My own experience in USAF BMT (30 years ago, mind) was that many instructor's presented demeanor was tempered based on the trainees' current phase or time there and whether or not they presented a sincere desire or willingness to be trained. There's a point when recruits "get it" and instructors tend to recognize that.

Aww how adorable the instructors had time to nice and be “human” with them, thats nice of them, the recruits were even giggling and quietly talking to the instructor, isn’t that just great Ya know i would actually like to have some of these recruits in my platoon so that way i could do to those boots what their instructors are not doing to them

That's weak. Military is the last place to show any form of sympathy or humane acts

I could be wrong but in the Marines Drill Instructors will never be that chilled.

Good luck & have fun

Sheeza, know your reporting statement and good luck in BMT! Ray U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting

Good luck! Fastest way to leave BMT is to graduate! Next Thanksgiving and Yuletide will be extra special to you.

I left for BMT in Nov 81’ and it was tough being gone for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years however, it steeled me real well and so much in fact I stayed in for 28 years and to this day … it is the best Job I ever had 🇺🇸😎. Best of Luck Krasywon 👍🏼👍🏼

Good luck brotha I graduated BMT in August of this year. It was very Challenging mentally my advice do as you’re told and pay attention to detail.

Thank you for your service!

I hope I have TSgt Samuel when I go off to basic, I need to witness this smirk

@@quinngrayy she might not be an MTI anymore since this was filmed in late 2019 and MTI duties are typically three years.

@@captaineric5276 oh okay! I was not aware of that! Thank you so much

Can’t imagine what that’s like for male trainees to have a female as their MTI

@@locomojoboy2 Ideally, they treat her the exact same way you'd treat a male MTI. Makes lives easier when you get along with your MTI and makes it easier for your entire flight ("get along" is probably the wrong turn of phrase, but the idea's there).

😂😂😂😂 this is hilarious

😭😭😭😭

Same here. Even though I'm Army.

The navy did a series a few years back where they told it from both the point of view of a selection of trainees and from a group of the instructors… it’s probably one of your better top down/bottom up documentary

Thank you for your service and continued support! Pam Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service

She’s actually a MSgt now she recently left but she was one of the coolest MTIs I’ve ever met

@@captainrex2737 Hell yeah! Well deserved!

@@captainrex2737 Which squadron are you in again? the 501st?

Warthogs baby! 🤙🏼💪🏼

@@connorreakes6652 low slow kill everything below! 321st was the best!

They are harder on the guys than the women

why'd she get so much mail? weird, I'd feel like that was a distraction.

why'd she get so much mail? weird, I'd feel like that was a distraction.

What’s your job

So, true every thing has changed. I was in BMT IN Early 70's. No A/C . Methods may change .We had 2 people who couldn't cope with the stress. But we all know that you can always help one another to get to the finish line.

Thank you for your service and continued support. Pam Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service

Good luck to her.

Interesting

😂😂😂

That is amazing

What TRS were you? I graduated 2010

I really want to do Airfoce security forces, I'm not all that bright with academics, do you have any tips because this is a job I really want to do something higher with my life.

@@user-rx6uh2rv7v I'm not in security forces, but I'm an airman, and I wasn't the best with academics either; however, speaking to a recruiter and attempting the AFQT to figure out the best areas to study for the ASVAB/PiCAT is a great way to kick off the application process regardless. You may also wish to emphasize your desire to be in security forces from the get go as there's almost always an opening available. BMT is more mental than physical, but from what I've heard, the technical training for security forces is very physical, so it would be wise to get into the physical standards not only before speaking to a recruiter, but all the way through the application process and DEP time until you ship out.

Well, they're not allowed to be vulgar, especially in front of cameras

Yep

What squadron?

What Squadron was he?

What do you mean you recommend the series to all your trainees? How are your trainees supposed to watch this series?

please explain? very curious your experience

@@MegaMijit when I went through, we didn't have M-16s in the dorm with us. Our PT uniforms were different, we also wore BDUs (the ABUs weren't even around yet. BMT was shorter: around 7.5 weeks (including 0 week). That's just a few things. The screaming and yelling was still there though 😄

@@b.entranceperium i believe bmt is 7.5 weeks now.

@@MegaMijit Really? I thought they went up to 8.5?

@@b.entranceperium 7.5 since covid i believe. normally 8.5

Christian, that is good to hear. Congratulations and welcome to the team! Here are some things to help you before and during Basic Military Training (BMT). - Know your reporting statement (at the very minimum) - Teamwork is essential - Know your chain of command - Know the Airmen’s Creed - Know the Air Force Song - Know Air Force ranks (both enlisted & officers) - Know Air Force Core values - Recommend being at or close to the BMT PT graduation level before you go to BMT (always check with your doctor before exercising). Everything else will come with time. If you do not know any of the above please contact your recruiter for this information. Good luck future Airman! Ray U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting

Space force???? Lmao you’ll have to work extra hard to earn respect for being a spacie 😂

The space force ? Oh please 😂

Good luck fighting those xenomorphs

@@FransceneJK98 leave him alone he will do fine!!! 💪🏾💪🏾

The boot process is so there are less leg/foot issues. They wear sneakers for a week, then boots and sneakers half days, then boots full days. For people who have never worn boots, blisters and shin splints can happen without a proper break-in period.

@@PattycakeStudios Doctor Scholls boot inserts and Bandages.

EVERYTHING Is a milestone in BMT.

YOU WILL DO GOOD PROBABLY HERE THEY TREAT YA BETTER, HOW WAS IT FOR YOU MA AM?

The Age limit is 39 and your right it’s never too late to try something new Best Of Luck to you

@@greenking333 thanks man I appreciate it

@@RobOutdoors623 Your Welcome

Joined at 27 this year. Your maturity will help you in training, if you let it.

You’ve got this

Watch the making of a sailor one to get an idea of what to expect. Navy boot camp was harder than I thought but I loved it.

Both branches will give you different kinds of opportunities. Do your research and see which one you like more. I graduated Navy RTC in 2013.

I'm leaving for Navy Bootcamp on the 30th of this month

I'd highly recommend Air/Space Force.

@@Shantaq Thank you!

Bruh MSgt Godwin was something else😭😭😭, TSgt Galbreith was always an inspiring MTI.

That's great to hear about a trainer. Wonder how long they are there training? Wonder if my son will meet him through the 324th Jan 22 start

Finally an honest comment. everyone else claims BMT was like marine training back in the 80s and 90s and it’s not true. This is the same training I had and my dad had before me.

Actually I didn't know this was filmed in 2019; but, whatever. What difference does that make?

Was wondering why an MTI was wearing ABUs

@@viking956 some of the processes are a bit different like these trainees got all their OCPs within the first week, but I had to wait until the 3rd week to get them, as well as the barbers were posted up at our squadron for our initial cuts instead of at the clothing issue building. Pretty much a bunch of stuff was changed for Covid. Some things are dependent on the MTI's and whatever Squadron you're in but this series does a good job at giving people an idea of what to expect in terms of what's expected from you.

@@gloob7632 I was wondering how we should know it was filmed in 2019 and how do you know they all made it. Just seemed like such a sarcastic and inconsequential remark and I didn't understand the reasoning behind them, that's all. Whatever. No harm, no foul I guess.

@@viking956 the last video said November 2019 when the trainee had spoke

just caught her name, Samuel. Seriously love her!!

Yeah usually the dynamic mtis try to have seems to be something along the lines of “be hard on the flight all day and then be more calm and joking in that daily wind down” especially since it’s that first time getting mail so it’s gonna be a very emotional time.

Usually in the day room you can relax a little bit. It's game on outside of it. We got our mail after evening chow. There were chairs in the day room. No one sat in them till 6th week. Which was graduation/blues week. At that time, basic was 6 weeks, 2001.