The Air Force wants its recruits to one day carry real rifles at boot camp instead of practice M4 carbines, top NCO says

By Business Insider | Sep 23, 2024 at 02:44 AM EST

The Air Force plans to issue actual rifles to recruits in the future, aiming for a live-weapon requirement. This move is part of preparations for potential conflicts with major global powers like Russia or China, driving an increase in military spending.

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