U.S. Air Force considers arming basic training recruits with real M4 rifles amid growing threats from China and Russia.

The U.S. Air Force is contemplating requiring recruits to carry real M4 rifles during basic training, as indicated by Chief Master Sergeant Dave Flosi. This consideration follows the recent decision to provide recruits with practice M4 carbines. Flosi highlighted the growing threats posed by potential conflicts with China or Russia as a key factor in this shift, though no timeline has been established for implementing this change.

September 23, 2024
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