Ryan HardenJan 9, 202212 minMy First Day (Indoctrination Day) at the Air Force Academy in Basic Cadet TrainingThe year is 2014. It's June, and I'm in Colorado with my family. Today, we're at the Air Force Academy, only steps away from the alumni...
Ryan HardenDec 1, 20212 minHow are drones used commercially?As an Air Force officer, I am often asked about drones. I'm asked about my views because the United States Government uses them in war,...
Ryan HardenNov 19, 20216 minWhat is Basic Cadet Training like at the Air Force Academy? Hey! My name is Ryan Harden, and I'm a 2018 graduate of the Air Force Academy (USAFA). The words below are my own observations and...
Ryan HardenNov 13, 20215 minWhat is the Candidate Fitness Assessment, and how do you maximize your score?Although the most challenging part of the Air Force Academy is graduating, the truth is thousands of applicants struggle with admission....
Ryan HardenOct 31, 20213 minWhat Major Should You Study at the Air Force Academy?At the Air Force Academy, cadets (read: students) must select their academic majors by the end of sophomore year. In the months and...
Ryan HardenOct 25, 20212 minThree Amazing Experiences at the Air Force AcademyEven though the military isn't for everyone, it can be pretty great. Here is my journey! If you're interested in joining the military and...