One of the U.S. Air Force Academy’s most challenging programs is Am-490, a parachuting training course that is the only jump school where students perform their first jump all by themselves. Its purpose is to develop leadership traits through overcoming their own fears. (U.S. Air Force video/Andrew Breese) – See more at: http://airman.dodlive.mil/2014/05/standing-in-the-door/#sthash.JX1fN8zh.dpuf