What privileges are you allowed at AIT on Ft Benning?

2018-12-31T13:46:56-05:00

91M AIT student wondering what privileges I can expect to have while going through AIT on Ft Benning. I understand it’s gonna be an open bay so I’m expecting zero privileges like BCT, there’s not a lot of info or discussion about this topic online

Response by SPC Bradly Martin made Dec 31 at 2018 9:58 PM

2018-12-31T21:58:31-05:00

Really? Lol just worry about getting to your unit first buddy.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 31 at 2018 11:20 PM

2018-12-31T23:20:28-05:00

Probably none.....on base liberty during the weekends. Cell phones only after working hours. Dont expect to adult until you get to your first duty station.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 1 at 2019 7:09 AM

2019-01-01T07:09:46-05:00

It appears 91M is a 3-month AIT. Longer AIT courses usually go by "phases," which offer lessening restrictions as students EARN those phases. I can't speak for your specific course, but I've provided a good article that describes the phases and what to generally expect from them. Remember, things can always be different than what an article or regulation states. One AIT school may do things different than another. When I was in AIT, we had one Drill Sergeant that delayed his platoons' phase graduation longer than the other platoons, just because he could.

Read the whole article to get fully informed, but the section "Privileges/Limitations for IET Soldiers" should more directly answer your question.

https://www.thebalancecareers.com/army-training-phase-restrictions-4056773

What Restrictions Do You Have During Army Training?

Review the training restriction requirements for U.S. Army personnel undergoing Initial Entry Training including basic training, OSUT, and AIT phases.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 1 at 2019 2:33 PM

2019-01-01T14:33:55-05:00

I suggest you study the course work and give 110% during pt. In the future you will be allowed to go to the shoppette or main px. This depends on how your class acts in the bay ,at the school house, and anywhere in between.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 1 at 2019 8:18 PM

2019-01-01T20:18:31-05:00

That will depend on how well you perform and the leaders over you.

Response by CPL Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 1 at 2019 8:29 PM

2019-01-01T20:29:50-05:00

PVT Titor,

LTC Tongret is correct, I feel, as well as many others within this conversation, regarding expected privileges. I have nothing to add to that, however, I feel I should very much channel a wise-man from my times in an Infantry line unit: don't have expectations.

Expectations are always a recipe for disaster. You're expecting something, when conditions on the ground likely have changed. Being adaptable to the situation, and pushing through the challenges you face (whatever those may be) prepare you mentally for any sort of situation that could arise. I would highly recommend walking in being ready for the minimum, most spartan of privileges, and being pleasantly surprised if you get more than that.

I completely appreciate that you are asking what may be available, and that your position is likely not one of having an expectation of privileges, but I felt the need to express this in the event I am wrong (my momma taught me about assuming) about your outlook.

Best.

Response by PFC Mike B. made Jan 4 at 2019 3:27 PM

2019-01-04T15:27:01-05:00

Not many. I was 11b. So my basic and AIT Where tied together. 13 weeks in all. Than 3 more @ Jump school

Response by SPC Mara Manzer (Spurgin) made Jan 12 at 2019 10:28 AM

2019-01-12T10:28:42-05:00

The best privilege you have is the fact that you have made it to AIT. That might sound cliché but think of the ones that didn't get through BCT. The ones who want to enlist but weren't eligible. You have already done more than so many people have. Don't lose sight of the reasons you enlisted in the first place. It is an honor and a privilege to be a member of the greatest military in the world. Learn all you can and pay attention to everything. Good luck

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 12 at 2019 7:17 PM

2019-01-12T19:17:41-05:00

It's amazing to see how many responders never even attempt to answer the question. . .