DAPHNE, Alabama. — Air Force Airman 1st Class Solomon I. Faulkner, the son of Paris Donaldson of Glynlakes Drive, Pike Road, and James Faulkner of Maxwell Avenue, Daphne, graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, 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.

Faulkner earned distinction as an honor graduate.

He is a 2011 graduate of Alabama Christian Academy, Montgomery.