U.S. Air Force Airman Colin J. Pippin graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, 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 also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
Pippin is the son of Jack Pippin of Fuquay-Varina, and brother of Heidi Naumow of Yulee, Fla., Kelly Pippin of Sims, N.C., Matthew Pippin of Waukegan, Ill., Patricia Marsh of Turlock, Calif., Haley Moeri of Raleigh, N.C., and Heather Gegax of Clayton.
The airman graduated from Garner Magnet High School in Garner and St. Augustine’s University in Raleigh.