IT’S TAKE-OFF FOR AIRMAN ALANCASTRO

U.S. Air Force Airman Kelvin F. Alancastro graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. Alancastro is the son of Fracisco Alancastro of Garnerville and Diana Gomez of Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, and step-son of Jaqueline Alancastro of Garnerville.

Alancastro 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 also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Alancastro graduated high school in Puerto Rico in 2010.