3706 BMTS Lackland AB San Antonio Tx

The 3706th Basic Military Training Squadron (BMTS) was a key unit at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, responsible for conducting basic training for new United States Air Force recruits. Activated in the late 1940s, the 3706 BMTS played a vital role throughout the Cold War, Vietnam era, and into the modern era, shaping generations of Airmen. The squadron was known for its rigorous training curriculum, instilling Air Force values, discipline, and foundational military skills. Over the decades, the 3706 BMTS contributed significantly to the readiness and professionalism of the Air Force until its inactivation as part of a restructuring of basic training squadrons in the early 2000s.