U.S. Air Force National Guard Airman 1st Class Michael T. Patterson 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.
Patterson is the son of Gina Simione of Greenwood Lake, N.Y.
He is a 2015 graduate of Washingtonville High School, Washingtonville, N.Y.