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flag The US Air Force and Space Force use non-functional M4 rifles for training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland to develop mission-ready troops in realistic scenarios.

flag US Air Force and Space Force have reintroduced the use of non-functional M4 rifles for recruits during their basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. flag The program aims to develop mission-ready troops by incorporating practice weapons into realistic scenarios, building confidence, correcting errors, and managing stress in a controlled environment. flag The inert M4s are carried throughout training, with exceptions for certain appointments or uniform-related situations. flag Both trainees and instructors have reportedly provided positive feedback on the program.

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