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U.S. Air Force Airman Darien Kobayashi graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in San Antonio.
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.
Kobayashi is a 2011 graduate of Waiakea High School and earned an associate degree in 2013 from Hawaii Community College in Hilo.