How long does processing take at Fort Benning?
In-processing procedures overall takes on average of 5-10 days based on your own needs. During the first full day of in-processing, all soldiers attend a four-hour session that involves briefings given by Military Personnel Division, Medical Protection System, TRICARE, Housing and Finance.
Do you get your phone at Fort Benning AIT?
Cell phone use depends on the drill sergeants. Some drill sergeants allow them, others do not. If Soldiers are allowed to use them they will not have them at all times. The phones will be locked up with the Soldier’s other personal belongings and distributed when phone privileges are earned.
What happens when you arrive at Fort Benning?
Fort Benning – Reception Discipline and structure is instilled the moment you arrive at Fort Benning. When you first get off the bus, you’ll be “greeted” by a whole group of “welcoming” drill sergeants. Don’t worry, you’ll survive the “shark attack”, as it’s called.
How do I report to Fort Benning?
If you have any questions prior to reporting, please call during normal duty hours. 706-545-4577 or 706-545-5686 or 706-545-5687.
How long does it take for a letter to get to basic training?
The first letter you receive from your recruit will be a form letter. This letter should arrive in your mail box in approximately 10-14 days after they leave. The form letter should include your recruit’s mailing address.
How long does it take for a letter to get to a military base?
between seven and 10 days
Typically military mail can be delivered between seven and 10 days depending on country of destination. Priority Mail parcels will take 10 to 15 days. Parcel Post takes about 24 days; Express Mail is the fastest option available with delivery within 3 to 7 days.
Do you come home after basic training?
Do Soldiers come home after basic training? Soldiers are not often given time to go home after basic training. Check-in for AIT School is most often the day after graduation, if not the same day.
Do you go home after AIT in the Army?
After AIT Reserve and Guard members will return home, those needing additional training will go to their next training location and Active Duty members will go to their first Duty Station.
Do you come home after basic training Army?
Do Army recruits get their phones?
Can service members / recruits make ANY phone calls during basic training? Even though there are no cell phones, the military training allows a few phone calls home from their call centers.
Are civilians allowed on Ft Benning?
A: Visitors may apply for unescorted access in person at any Visitor Control Center, using the Pass Request Online process and must pass the Army Adjudication Standards. Once favorably processed a visitors pass may be issued.
What units are stationed at Fort Benning?
Major Units Report
- 1-19th Infantry Battalion. Command: 198th Infantry Brigade.
- 1-29th Infantry Battalion. Command: 199th Infantry Brigade.
- 1-46th Infantry Battalion.
- 1-507th Parachute Infantry Regiment.
- 1-50th Infantry Battalion.
- 14th Combat Support Hospital.
- 194th Armored Brigade.
- 198th Infantry Brigade.
Where is the Fort Benning base in Georgia?
Fort Benning is located in SW Georgia, in what is fondly called the Tri-Community. This consists of Fort Benning; Columbus, Georgia and Phenix City, Alabama. Alabama’s capital, Montgomery, and Georgia’s capital, Atlanta are both only an hour and a half away.
Where to report for training at Fort Benning?
You will be reporting to the 2-16 CAV Civilian Training Technician on the second floor of Zussman Hall, Building 5116, who can be contacted prior to your report date for confirmation of documentation requirements at 706-626-6297.
What does the SRP do at Fort Benning?
The SRP will assist Soldiers and Units in updating readiness by ensuring all Soldiers reporting to Fort Benning are medically ready before they report to their Unit of assignment. They will assist Units by being the conduit for Readiness between the supporting Army Medical Homes and the Unit.
Where is the military police at Fort Benning?
United States Army. 7117 Baltzell Avenue. Building 7. Fort Benning, GA 31905. COMM phone number for Fort Benning Installation Address. For additional information contact Fort Benning Military Police Desk: 706-545-5223 or visit Fort Benning Gate Information website. Defense Service Network (DSN) Dialing Instructions