Air Force Basic Military Training (BMT) is held at Joint Base San Antonio–Lackland in San Antonio, Texas. This is the only location where enlisted Airmen and Space Force Guardians complete their initial basic training.

Where exactly is it?

  • Base : Joint Base San Antonio–Lackland (often shortened to Lackland AFB).
  • City : San Antonio, Texas.
  • Nickname : Known as the “Gateway to the Air Force” because nearly every enlisted Airman starts their career there.

How long is Air Force BMT?

  • The current program is about 7–7.5 weeks of intensive physical, military, and technical training.
  • Recruits arrive at Lackland from all 50 states and overseas locations, then are assigned to a squadron and flight for the duration.

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Question Answer
Where is Air Force basic training? Joint Base San Antonio–Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.
Are there multiple Air Force BMT locations? No; all enlisted Air Force and Space Force basic training happens at Lackland.
How long is BMT? Approximately 7–7.5 weeks.
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