Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class Dylan E. Shaffer 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 earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

The son of Cynthia A. and Gary A. Akers of China Grove, he is a 2012 graduate of South Rowan High School.