Pre-BMT program prepares recruits, increases retention
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio - Master Sgt. Steven Purvis, 445th Development and Training Flight NCO in charge, adjusts the salute of trainee Melissa Sherman as trainee Dakota Kierner waits for inspection. The 445th AIrlift Wing's D&TF is a new Air Force Reserve Command program designed to increase the completion rate and save the AFRC money by preparing recruits for BMT through a thorough introduction to the Air Force Reserve. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. John Stamm)