United States Air Force Academy Parent Guide
BCT Checklist
The following checklist is important not only so your child is well prepared but to also ensure regulations and guidelines are being followed.
Your cadet should not bring:
- computers and software
- contact lenses (cannot be worn during inprocessing or BCT)
- firearms/knives
- food packages
- jewelry
- more than one piece of luggage
- over-the-counter and nonessential medications
- privately owned vehicle
The following items are required for inprocessing:
- one small carry-on sized piece of luggage or backpack
- bath soap, bar or liquid – (closable soap container if bar soap)
- black eyeglass strap
- combat boots, if previously purchased
- deodorant
- eyeglass and contact prescription, as well as at least one pair of glasses
- lip balm
- military ID, if prior military or dependent
- military medical records, if applicable
- orthodontic retainers, fixed or removable
- photo ID or driver’s license
- prescription medications
- security clearance paperwork, questionnaire and proof of citizenship
- shampoo
- toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss
- travel voucher information
