1. 2019 SMC Update
Colonel Christopher Bennett
10 Sep 2019

2. Holm Ctr – AFROTC – Regions
Jeanne M. Holm Center
For Officer Accessions and Citizen Development
Maxwell AFB, AL
AFROTC Northeast
Region
AFROTC Southeast Region
AFROTC Northwest Region
AFROTC Southwest Region

3. CC: Col Thomas Bongiovi
AFROTC Regions
Northeast Region:
Wright-Patterson AFB
CC: Col Thomas Bongiovi
CD: Mr Tim Slauenwhite
34 Detachments/181 Crosstowns
37 Detachments/330 Crosstowns
38 Detachments/192 Crosstowns
36 Detachments/387 Crosstowns
Southwest Region
JBSA - Randolph
CC: Col Terry Koester
CD: Mr Peter Hunt
Southeast Region:
Maxwell AFB
CC: Col Kent Williams
CD: Mr Dave Runge
145 Detachments / 1,200 Universities / 47 States / 900 Cadre / 14,000+ Students

4. Program Guidance Letter (PGL)FY
ROTC
Rated / NR
OTS
USAFA
2016
1,350
603 / 643
1,118
403 / 715
807
493 / 314
2017
1,595
696 / 899
1,107
494 / 613
982
470 / 512
2018
1,757
820 / 937
1,201
460 / 741
979
575 / 404
2019
2,229
933 / 1,296
1,230
575 / 655
986
647 / 339
2020
(DRAFT)
2,159
925 / 1,234
1,050
487 / 563
980
570 / 410
2021
2,059
925 / 1,134
490 / 560 FY
Pilot
CSO
RPA
ABM
Total
2016
390
120 65 28
603
2017
375
140
124 57
696
2018
500
150
113
820
2019
670
100 66 50
886
2020
(DRAFT)
559
148 68
925
2021

5. AFROTC Production

6. PERSONAL (ETHICAL LEADERSHIP, CHARACTER, AIRMAN CULTURE)
PEOPLE/TEAM (LEADERSHIP)
ORGANIZATIONAL (LEADERSHIP)

7. AFROTC PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING
Phase I: Personal Leadership
Base Visits ---- Sent over 3700 cadets in FY19
Operation AF (Ops AF) ---- Officer & NCO on-the-job shadowing
2 summer weeks
FY cadets
Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Orientation Flights
Intro to Soaring (SOAR) – 20 cadets
Academy Freefall (AFAFF) – 50 cadets
Expeditionary Skills Training (EST) – 31 cadets
Phase II: People/Team Leadership
Field Training
Field Engineering Research Lab (FERL) – 16 cadets
Phase III: Organizational Leadership
AFGSC Summer Internship Program (SIP) – 12 cadets
AFSPC SIP – 32 cadets
AFTAC SIP – 8 cadets
Leadership, Education Development Experience (LEDx) symposium – 145 cadets
National Character & Leadership Symposium – 100 cadets
Gathering of Eagles (GOE) shadow program – 12 cadets
USAFA Cadet Exchange program – 6 cadets
Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) Advanced Cyber Education (ACE) SIP
Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Information Assurance SIP
Lawrence Livermore National Learning Laboratory (LLNL)
USAFA BMT CTA – 20 cadets
Field Training CTA – 174 cadets
AFROTC PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING
Advancing the cadet’s academic experience into operational application and understanding
Base Visit Program 
The AFROTC Base Visit Program is a Professional Military Training (PMT) opportunity for detachments to visit an installation and observe AF operations first-hand. While base visits are available for all cadets to attend, the primary focus should be to motivate General Military Course (GMC) students to continue their career in ROTC as a Professional Officer Course (POC) cadet. Therefore, base visits must be planned to expose cadets to a variety of AF missions to show the range of career fields that exist for officers, acquaint cadets with specific duties performed by Air Force officers to assist them in selecting a specific career field, and allow cadets to observe Air Force (AF) operations and experience Air Force life. Considering the base visit may be the first exposure cadets have to the operational Air Force, activities must be geared towards inspiring cadets toward service as an AF officer.
Operations Air Force (Ops AF)
Ops AF is a two-week summer program planned and executed in partnership with USAFA. This program focuses and orients cadets on Air Force missions and culture through direct exposure to and experience with Air Force operational units across CONUS (ref AFI , Support of Cadet Development Programs). The bases/installations supporting this PMT varies each year and will have varying mission sets. As part of the cadet-to-base selection process, efforts are taken to align cadet AFSC interests with a Wing’s mission.
Through partnership with CAP, AFROTC provides orientation flights to cadets in order to motivate and stimulate the cadet’s interest in and knowledge of aviation and aerospace activities as part of its Air Force mission in accordance with 10 U.S.C. § 2110 and § Cadets with a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Private, Commercial pilot, or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate are ineligible for the FOP (cadets bearing student certificates are eligible for the FOP). All AFROTC cadets in the FOP are authorized to receive a maximum of four front seat flights and four or more rear seat (observer) flights during the cadet’s academic career.
Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Flight Orientation Program (FOP)
AF Academy Soaring (SOAR) Program
SOAR is a 15-day program designed to give cadets the opportunity to experience the basic fundamentals of flight in non-powered glider operations. Cadets receive instruction in basic flight through ground school and actual flight, leading up to, and possibly including, cadet solo. Cadets can expect 8 to 15 flights while spending 5 hours each day on theflightline. The majority of instruction is conducted by the upper-class USAFA cadets trained as soaring instructors. The program assumes that cadets have no previous flight experience. To participate cadets must complete a flight physical at a local Flight Medicine office. Training is conducted at USAFA, Colorado Springs, CO.
AAAS is 12 days in duration and prepares students for air mobility operations. During the course students are trained and evaluated on combat assault, sling loads, rappelling, physical fitness, and various other critical skills. Students are required to complete an obstacle course and two-mile run day zero before entering the course. Prior to graduation, students must successfully complete written and hands-on examinations, sling load tests, and a 12 -mile foot march in under three hours with full combat load. Prospective candidates are those who will be involved in the conduct of air assault operations. Courses are provided at one of three locations: Camp Rilea (Warrenton, OR); Fort Benning (Columbus, GA); Fort Pickett (Blackstone, VA).
Army Air Assault School (AAAS)
The Field Engineering Readiness Lab (FERL) is a 3-week program which provides the opportunity for selected cadets to experience the mission, methods, and techniques used by Air Force Civil Engineers (CE). This course emphasizes the practical applications of CE principles and immerses cadets in the CE mission, building structures, designing bases, rebuilding airfields and repairing critical infrastructure for Air Force operations. This course involves a systems approach to learning that bridges the gap between theory and practice and takes a “construct first, design later” approach to engineering education. To be eligible cadets must be in appropriate feeder majors for the CE AFSC: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Systems Engineering, etc. and have an interest/intent in pursuing the 32E AFSC. The program is held at USAFA, Colorado Springs, CO.
Field Engineering and Readiness Laboratory (FERL) Program
AF Academy Freefall (AFAFF) Parachute Training Program
AFAFF is a 12-day parachute training program and is conducted at the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA), Colorado Springs CO. The course is comprised of strenuous physical training, conditioning, ground school, and five freefall jumps from 4,500 feet above ground level. Cadets completing all five jumps are awarded a basic parachutist rating. Cadets under 18 years of age are not allowed to attend AFAFF without parental consent.
The United States Air Force has approved funding for the USAF Aviation - Character - Education (A.C.E.) Flight Program youth summer camp, for high school students, Air Force cadets, and junior officers designed to motivate participants to pursue aviation careers through mentorship and tangible flight experiences. The program allows selected individuals to receive initial flight training (ground school and ~15 hours flight time) in civilian aircraft in a structured environment that provides exposure and education on military aviation careers. The program will be held at Delaware State University
Aviation – Character – Education (ACE) Flying Program
ESET is a Leadership Lab program designed for cadets to receive introductory fundamentals of contingency operations in a learning lab environment. Cadet cadre teach students the fundamentals of bare base planning and set-up, contingency operations and survival skills. After course completion, AFROTC cadets transition to a cadre role providing instruction, evaluation and support in the field leadership lab environment. The program is held at USAFA, Colorado Springs, CO.
Expeditionary Survival Training (EST) Program
Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) Summer Internship Program (SIP)
AFGSC SIP is an opportunity for selected cadets to spend three weeks at one of the AF’s major commands. During this time cadets will be immersed in the mission of AFGSC through shadow programs, mission briefings, and simulator rides while focusing on leadership and professional development through events such as the squadron commander’s course and Senior Leadership engagement. The program is held at AFGSC, Barksdale AFB, Bossier City, LA.
Cadets may apply for the STO speciality during their junior year. Cadets should submit a Phase I package by 1 January of their junior year. Phase II Selection is conducted at Hurlburt Field, FL in March. Candidates must be prepared for a physically and mentally demanding week and to be competitive, cadets must preform well above the minimums. If not selected at Phase II, cadets can continue in the career field they were categorized for. Participation is limited to qualified AS300 and AS400 cadets that have completed field training.
Special Tactics Officer (STO) Program
The 45th LCG SCIP develops cadets into the next-generation of space launch and acquisition leaders through immersion into military launch operations and space lift-unique academics. This internship program provides cadets with the intent to commission as a 62 mechanical, electrical, aeronautical, astronautical, or general engineers the chance to experience both launch vehicle and spacecraft mission assurance operations, as well as gain exposure to all supporting base operations that go into a successful launch from the world’s busiest space lift range. The program is held at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station and Patrick Air Force Base, Florida
45th Launch Control Group (LCG) Space Cadet Intern Program (SCIP)
NCLS is USAFA’s flagship event on character and leadership.  It brings together distinguished scholars, military leaders, corporate executives and world-class athletes to motivate and equip participants for honorable living and effective leadership. It is a two day event held at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO.
National Character & Leadership Symposium
Air Command and Staff College (ACSC) has extended an invite for 10 cadets to attend this year’s Gathering of Eagles (GOE). GOE is an annual educational event geared to allow the ACSC student body to learn from and honor men and women (Eagles) who have made significant contributions to air, space and cyberspace power. For over 30 years, Eagles have shared their stories with ACSC in an effort to inspire today’s military leaders to achieve greatness in support of their country. The illustrious event is planned and administered by ACSC students. Cadets selected to attend will be aligned with/shadow an officer in charge to assist/observe them execute the week’s events. They will also attend each event as guests to include the opening ceremony, Eagle presentations, and dining events. GOE will be held at Air University, Maxwell AFB, Montgomery
Gathering of Eagles (GOE) Cadet Program
USAFA Cadet Exchange Program provides a broadening opportunity for 6 cadets from AFROTC to attend one term at USAFA in Fall At the same time, USAFA will select and send cadets to civilian institutions with AFROTC Detachments. This is not a one-for-one exchange program. If a cadet from Det XXX is selected, it does not mean that one of the USAFA cadets will have to attend Det XXX. Detachments receiving USAFA cadets are independent of selections for cadets attending USAFA. The purpose of this program is to enhance the professionalism and development of cadets from each commissioning source through a learning exchange experience. Exchange cadets will participate in all activities required of USAFA cadets, including academic classes, study groups, athletics, and leadership activities. Cadets should expect to serve in a leadership position as appointed by USAFA Cadet Wing leadership
USAFA Cadet Exchange Program
USAFA Preparatory School Basic Military Training
The USAFA BMT CTA opportunity will integrate AFROTC cadets into the leadership team of the USAFA Preparatory School BMT to prepare candidates for the rigors of the USAFA experience. CTAs will assist alongside USAFA cadets and Prep School cadre in the training, mentoring, and evaluation of candidates
Cadet Training Assistant (CTA) program is comprised of handpicked POC cadets from across the country to work alongside Field Training Officers (FTO) in developing/evaluating cadets throughout the rigors of the two week Field Training (FT) program. FT is an integral component of the AFROTC curriculum, designed to test cadets physically, mentally, and emotionally. CTAs are expected to assist FTOs as they train, develop, and mentor cadets on a wide range of competencies which include: communication skills, wingman culture, team building, critical thinking, adaptability, and decision making. Training days for cadets extends from every day
Cadet Training Assistant (CTA) Program
AFIT ACE program develops cadets into the next-generation of cyberspace leaders through education, problem-solving, military operations and advanced Air Force specific academics. Formal education components cover information warfare, cryptography, network security, digital forensics, wireless security and formal security concepts. In addition, the ACE program provides military focused discussions and Staff Rides, which incorporate the importance of lessons learned from recent cyber conflicts and historic battlefields. The program is held at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio
Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) Advanced Cyber Education (ACE)
The AFRL Scholars Program is an 8-12 week paid Summer Internship Program (SIP) offering selected interns valuable hands-on experience working with full-time AFRL scientists and engineers on cutting-edge research and technology and are able to contribute to unique, research-based projects. Internships are held at Eglin AFB, FL, Kirtland AFB, NM and Maui (AMOS), HI. Cadets receive a stipend; however, they will not receive training pay or per diem.
Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Scholars Program
LLNL SIP provides AFROTC cadets the opportunity to work on projects at LLNL focusing on fusion ignition and laser technology, research, advanced manufacturing and materials technologies, high-performance computing, non-proliferation and arms control, and intelligence assessment as examples. Projects are matched to the student’s major, interests, and skills in support of research being performed at LLNL. This is a full-time summer internship and may be full-time during academic breaks
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) SIP
AAS is a professional, honorary service organization advocating the support of air and space power. The primary objectives of the Arnold Air Society are as follows: (1) Create a more efficient relationship among Air Force officer candidates; (2) Aid in the development of effective officers; and (3) Further the purpose, traditions, and concepts of the United States Air Force. AAS service projects are the main vehicle through which the objectives are accomplished. National (Joint National Project) and area service projects focus on goals set at the national and area level. They provide leadership and management challenges and give campus and community recognition for Air Force ROTC and the USAF.
Arnold Air Society (AAS)
The NRO SIP is a STEM focused program and consists of activities related to space reconnaissance. AFROTC cadets receive hands-on training and experience exposure to NRO operation and mission, and professional/personal growth, and a Top Secret (TS) clearance. Due to the TS requirement, this program will take precedence over other PMTs and/or programs and cadets must attend if selected. This is a six week summer internship in Virginia, Colorado, or New Mexico.
National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) SIP
The AFRL ACE Cyber Boot Camp Summer Internship Program educates cyber warriors on the science of mission assurance and trains them in the art of cyberwarfare. The ACE is a competitively paid, 10-week internship at the AFRL Information Directorate in Rome, NY that targets rising Senior cadets majoring in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering and Computer Science. ACE graduates are highly sought after and often name requested throughout the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community. Cadets receive a stipend; however, they will not receive training pay or per diem.
Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Advance Course in Engineering (ACE) Cyber Boot Camp Summer Internship Program
Project GO is an initiative of the Defense Language and National Security Education Office (DLNSEO), administered by the Institute of International Education to promote critical language and study abroad opportunities to ROTC students. The U.S. military needs future military officers who possess the necessary critical language and cross-cultural communication skills required for effective leadership in the 21st century operational environment. Project GO Scholars study the following critical languages in domestic and overseas programs: Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, Swahili, Turkish, and Urdu.
Project Global Officer (GO)
Developing Lieutenants able to Perform from Day One

8. Based on 8 institutional competencies/25 sub-competencies
PROGRAM
AFROTC FIELD TRAINING
PROGRAM
Structured, repeatable, and lasting training program
Series of strategically planned events
Cadets trained, developed, mentored throughout FT by Cadre and upper-class cadets on competencies such as:
Communication skills
Wingman culture
Team building
Critical thinking
Adaptability
Decision making
TRAINING CONSTRUCT
FT20 & Beyond
CADET THROUGHPUT
Based on 8 institutional competencies/25 sub-competencies
3,200
FT18
2,484
FT17
2,370
FT16
1,805
FT15
1,791
FT14
1,480
FT19
2,610
May-August Annually
6 Encampments
159 Cadre/Staff per Camp
528 Cadets per Camp
Executed at Maxwell AFB and Vigilant Warrior Tng Site
Field Training is an Integral Component of the AFROTC Officer Development Curriculum

9. SMC AFROTC Field Training
Year
SMC FT Grads/
Total FT Grads
Citadel
Texas A & M
Norwich
VA Tech
VMI
2012
161 SMC / 2,279 19 54 16 47 25
2013
160 SMC / 2,109 26 49 15 50 20
2014
110 SMC / 1,478 18 34 11 36
2015
131 SMC / 2,252 46 8 10
2016
143 SMC / 1,750 35
2017
258 SMC / 2,352 43 75 58 48
2018
265 SMC / 2,421 53 77 41 56 38
2019
276 SMC / 2,623 95

10. Value of SMCs Manning Snapshot
Service Academy Construct w/ diverse & unique niche capabilities/programs
Full time developmental program to learn to lead others/organizations
Mandatory ROTC participation provides a great recruiting opportunity
AFROTC = Predictable production w/ an unconstrained GMC population/largest line officer production
USAFA = fixed # of Lts
OTS = Rheostat based upon AF needs
Manning Snapshot
Total Enrolled
(as of Apr 19)
Comm
(as of Aug 19)
Proj Comm FY20
Proj Comm
FY21
AFROTC
13,263
1,901
2,209
2,669
SMC
1,719 (13.0%)
173 (9.1%)
204
277
Citadel
350 32 39 31
Texas A&M
490 63 53 94
Norwich
257 27 33 47
VA Tech
259 41 49 57
VMI
363 30 48
SMC
Ofcr Billets
1 Aug 17
1 Sep 19
Citadel 8
100%
Texas A&M 9
87%
Norwich 5
60%
VA Tech 6
67%
VMI
44%
66%*

11. AFROTC Challenges Cadre Manning PGL Volatility Medical Challenges
Funding

12. Way Ahead
PERSONNEL:
Resurrecting Officer Accessions Working Group (deliberate PGL planning/execution)
AD = manned to 90% -- Dedicated Instructor Board
Uncertainty of ANG and AFRC augmentation beyond FY20
Make training assignment part of all career pyramids
Dedicated squadron commander board for instructor opportunities
FUNDING:
Scholarships: Projected FY20 $105M
Field Training: $4.2M to maintain FT program
PDT: $6.5M to maintain PDT program (PDT + You Can Fly Prgms)

13. Questions?