The Sandia Mountains run along the eastern side of Albuquerque, and the Rio Grande flows through the city, north to south. Albuquerque is also the home of the International Balloon Fiesta, the world's largest such gathering of hot-air balloons from around the globe.
Step 3: Join the Air Force. After earning their bachelor's degrees and licenses, nurses may join the Air Force provided they are also U.S. citizens and meet physical requirements. Nurses who join the Air Force are required to complete a 4-week training course in Montgomery, Alabama. Both physical conditioning and classroom learning are part of this training program.
Moving up the Air Force Ranks: The Air Force requires for Airman First Class to have 28 months Time-in-Grade (TIG), or 36 months TIS and 20 months TIG. The average service-wide active duty time for advancement to the rank of Senior Airman is three years. Exception to the Rule: Senior Airman (E-4) Below-the-Zone - Air Force unit