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- The U.S. Air Force will launch Basic Military Training (BMT 2.0) on October 7, 2025, emphasizing fitness.
- Morning PTs extend to 90 minutes; drill and ceremony are reduced.
- Trainees gain hands-on experience with live aircraft and orienteering; an 11-day Fort Bliss exercise follows.
- Biannual fitness assessments add a 2-mile run to boost readiness for high-end conflicts.
