Field Training
What is Field Training?Between a cadet's AS200 (sophomore) and AS300 (junior) years, they will go to either Maxwell AFB, AL, or Ellsworth AFB, SD. Depending on when cadets join the program, field training is either 4 or 6 weeks long. Cadets will apply everything they've learned in AFROTC. Cadets are placed in high stress environments and expected to use the skills they've learned to accomplish daily tasks. It has been repeatedly stated that Field Training "is the best time I never want to have again."
All travel, lodging and food expenses are paid for cadets attending Field Training. Additionally, cadets will receive a salary for their time at FT.
Cadets come from around the country. It's a great time to meet students from all walks of life.
Cadets are evaluated by their supervising Field Training Officer and ranked within their flight. The cadet's ranking will be used, in addition to several other factors, to assign them their AFSC (job), Pilot categorization and Navigator categorization.
Field Training is over. Here are some photos of our cadets at their respective FTU (Field Training Units).
