PFC Private RallyPoint Member3709385<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I’m a split op and I attended Basic Training at Fort Jackson last year and leave for AIT as an 88M in September, I was just wondering if I could get any feedback on what to expect a t AIT and privileges I’ll receive, such as being able to use my phone etc.As a split op heading to 88M AIT, what can I expect at AIT (e.g. privileges, phone, etc.)?2018-06-13T21:02:12-04:00PFC Private RallyPoint Member3709385<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I’m a split op and I attended Basic Training at Fort Jackson last year and leave for AIT as an 88M in September, I was just wondering if I could get any feedback on what to expect a t AIT and privileges I’ll receive, such as being able to use my phone etc.As a split op heading to 88M AIT, what can I expect at AIT (e.g. privileges, phone, etc.)?2018-06-13T21:02:12-04:002018-06-13T21:02:12-04:00SSG Private RallyPoint Member3711376<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Cannot say about 88M, I went there for Engineers and we usually got Sundays off, twice they gave us a pass to go off post ( I never went, why spend money on a hotel and food). I have spent some time up until 2015 at Ft. Lee and I think they allow them phones during their off time but not during the duty day while training.Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 14 at 2018 3:13 PM2018-06-14T15:13:06-04:002018-06-14T15:13:06-04:00SSG Paul Strobaugh3712332<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Typically, AIT is much like being at your regular unit. You'll still have some of the basic training structure, i.e. barracks, daily PT, marching to/from, etc., but after class concludes for the day you should be on your own time and able to use your cell phone. Weekend passes are probably the norm now for AIT (non-OSUT) programs, so you should have plenty of "you" time. (With a battle buddy, of course.)Response by SSG Paul Strobaugh made Jun 14 at 2018 9:46 PM2018-06-14T21:46:16-04:002018-06-14T21:46:16-04:00PFC Private RallyPoint Member3712341<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Thank you for the feedback!Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 14 at 2018 9:49 PM2018-06-14T21:49:13-04:002018-06-14T21:49:13-04:00WO1 Private RallyPoint Member3712398<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>The privileges are usually based on what point in training you are (how long you’ve been there), academics, APFT, a a couple other aspects. AIT is going through a little bit of an overhaul with the reintroduction of Drill Sergeants there but the weekend privileges should stay about the same.Response by WO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 14 at 2018 10:12 PM2018-06-14T22:12:26-04:002018-06-14T22:12:26-04:00PFC Private RallyPoint Member3715221<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I was able to have my phone, laptop, cigs, and even a guitar once I got phase V which was just reciting a couple creed's and passing a PT test.Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 15 at 2018 8:08 PM2018-06-15T20:08:29-04:002018-06-15T20:08:29-04:00SPC Deyton Privette3748913<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Be ready for anything but expect nothing, ait you Will probably have your phones on the weekend, or if you're like me when I was in 88 land ait we got them only in gold phase on the weekends. You'll get a few passes but think of it like school, do what you need to do, study, and you'll be okResponse by SPC Deyton Privette made Jun 27 at 2018 8:30 PM2018-06-27T20:30:26-04:002018-06-27T20:30:26-04:00SGT Dave Tracy3751954<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I was reclass, so my experience was very different from what you'll encounter. But from guys I know who did 88M AIT--and as you can read here--experiences vary. For some it was slack; for others it was strict.<br /><br />One thing to keep in mind is the Army is looking to return drill sergeants to AIT, so my suggestion is go into it with the mindset that this is still MILITARY training. Prepare accordingly.Response by SGT Dave Tracy made Jun 28 at 2018 8:43 PM2018-06-28T20:43:24-04:002018-06-28T20:43:24-04:00SPC Ruby Guadian3756401<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Stay awake.Response by SPC Ruby Guadian made Jun 30 at 2018 2:53 PM2018-06-30T14:53:58-04:002018-06-30T14:53:58-04:00SPC Private RallyPoint Member3757386<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Pay attention in class like always but soak up everything you can on the pads. They don’t give to much driving per troop so value that time and learn the truck. Make wide turns and don’t be scared just cautious and you will do fine. The phones depend on the company and we got weekends off to sit in our rooms and clean. That’s pretty much it.Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 30 at 2018 11:45 PM2018-06-30T23:45:31-04:002018-06-30T23:45:31-04:00SGT Private RallyPoint Member3761866<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I just completed AIT with 58th Trans B Co. It's not bad at all - after Gold phase (when you pass the Module A test in week 3) you'll get your phone on the weekends and your laptop all week, but only if you're in good standing. That includes passing your APFT, no negative counselings, and passing your room inspection. We get on post weekend passes from 0900-1500 and 2 off post passes from 1300-1800.Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 2 at 2018 6:27 PM2018-07-02T18:27:57-04:002018-07-02T18:27:57-04:00SGM Bill Frazer3762394<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>You EARN Privileges, there should be no gimme's. Basic Answer- up to your DI chain of CommandResponse by SGM Bill Frazer made Jul 2 at 2018 10:28 PM2018-07-02T22:28:08-04:002018-07-02T22:28:08-04:00SFC Private RallyPoint Member3769882<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>You will not get special privileges due to you being split op. Your chain of command will brief you when you’re allowed to use your phone along with what privileges you’ll have. Each Company is different.Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 5 at 2018 8:27 PM2018-07-05T20:27:46-04:002018-07-05T20:27:46-04:00SPC Private RallyPoint Member3796472<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Depends on which company you’re in. Phone usage happens within each company, but some are more strict than others.Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 15 at 2018 9:42 PM2018-07-15T21:42:38-04:002018-07-15T21:42:38-04:00SPC Private RallyPoint Member3812676<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Wish I could tell ya it’s the same as when I went through but I hear that they replaced the Platoon Sargent’s with Drill Sargent’s and that things will be more strict and if you do get your phones it’s usually only on the weekends after I believe 2-3 weeksResponse by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 21 at 2018 11:01 AM2018-07-21T11:01:02-04:002018-07-21T11:01:02-04:00SPC Private RallyPoint Member3824804<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>its Really going to depend on your company that you land, your leadership, and your peers around you. If y’all can be disciplined and not goof off, I’m sure your leadership will be more inclined to give you more passes and time to your selfs when given the opportunity. If not, don’t expect too have any passes or fun.Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 25 at 2018 3:34 PM2018-07-25T15:34:47-04:002018-07-25T15:34:47-04:00SPC Private RallyPoint Member3825097<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>hey man, I went through 88M AIT in Alpha Co. It was great. basically, do what your told, and don't suck at driving. Forget what you know about driving and just try to listen to every little thing you are told. if one instructor doesn't quite connect, don't be afraid to ask another one.Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 25 at 2018 5:15 PM2018-07-25T17:15:08-04:002018-07-25T17:15:08-04:00SPC Private RallyPoint Member3866211<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>It's been over 20 years when I went to basic and AIT at Ft. Leonardwood, No. Back then it was just one phone call everyweeked after the first 3 weeks of basic training. And then, everyone cared about writing letters to one's friends and family. It keep up the morale. A lot has changed since then with technology etc. At AIT it was more flexible then. So I'm sure today, it even more laxed. Like time off in the evenings. I'm sure you'll be fine. Just pay attention to details.Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 9 at 2018 1:28 PM2018-08-09T13:28:24-04:002018-08-09T13:28:24-04:00SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth3926270<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>When I went to Fort Leonard Wood, it was basically a continuation of basic, only a little more freedom.Response by SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth made Aug 31 at 2018 2:13 PM2018-08-31T14:13:28-04:002018-08-31T14:13:28-04:00SPC Jeff Hogan, M.S., M.P.S.3927518<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>so how did it go <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="1544639" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/1544639-88m-motor-transport-operator">PFC Private RallyPoint Member</a> My hunch is by now you are out of AIT (or nearly finished)Response by SPC Jeff Hogan, M.S., M.P.S. made Aug 31 at 2018 10:52 PM2018-08-31T22:52:28-04:002018-08-31T22:52:28-04:00SPC(P) Donald B.6649007<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Hopefully 88M AIT went well!<br />As a fellow Veteran and Owner/Operator of a company I am definitely curious, are you by chance Guard / Reserve and open to Civilian employment to put those 88M skills to use or know anyone who is?<br />Same question for <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="1527559" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/1527559-88m-motor-transport-operator-a-co-186th-bsb">SGT Private RallyPoint Member</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="1275212" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/1275212-88m-motor-transport-operator">SPC Private RallyPoint Member</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="32600" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/32600-sgt-david-a-cowboy-groth">SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="1542950" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/1542950-88m-motor-transport-operator">SPC Private RallyPoint Member</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="1505987" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/1505987-88m-motor-transport-operator">SPC Private RallyPoint Member</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="1470011" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/1470011-88m-motor-transport-operator">SPC Private RallyPoint Member</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="568079" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/568079-sgt-dave-tracy">SGT Dave Tracy</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="1546758" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/1546758-pfc-deyton-privette">SPC Deyton Privette</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="1126519" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/1126519-91b-wheeled-vehicle-mechanic">PFC Private RallyPoint Member</a> as I am trying to hire fellow MilPers / Vets First!Response by SPC(P) Donald B. made Jan 10 at 2021 7:12 PM2021-01-10T19:12:03-05:002021-01-10T19:12:03-05:00SFC Melvin Brandenburg6649742<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Cake. Lots of cake. And massage after PT.Response by SFC Melvin Brandenburg made Jan 11 at 2021 12:19 AM2021-01-11T00:19:50-05:002021-01-11T00:19:50-05:002018-06-13T21:02:12-04:00