Airman completes basic military training

Air Force Airman Scott J. West graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

He is the son of Claude West of N. Second St., Lehighton.

West is a 2009 graduate of Lehighton Area High School.