14 Feb 2020

14th FTW innovation flight augments pilot training through VR technology

Columbus Air Force Base’s Innovation flight has continued their efforts to integrate virtual reality technology into pilot training creating quality pilots for the Air Force faster.

6 Sep 2019

Columbus AFB Alpha Warrior aims for victory in final DOD competition

Alpha Warrior competitions are the military’s version of the courses seen on the TV show “American Ninja Warrior,” where athletes complete various obstacles competing to finish with the best time.

14 Feb 2019

Columbus AFB instructor pilots connect with Virginia Tech AFROTC cadets

It’s not everyday cadets are given the opportunity to work closely with U.S. Air Force pilots; however, the Virginia Tech AFROTC Detachment 875 was given the chance when instructor pilots from the 37th and 48th Flying Training Squadrons visited the university Feb. 8-11.

14 Sep 2018

37th FTS IPs conduct off-station training, train Notre Dame AFROTC cadets

Instructor pilots and 22 T-6 Texan IIs from the 37th Flying Training Squadron recently returned from a TDY to South Bend, Indiana, where they conducted instructor continuation training for end of year requirements and were also able to work with cadets from the Notre Dame Air Force ROTC detachment 225. From Sept. 6-10, the 37th FTS accomplished 188 sorties and also increased knowledge and proficiency for all IPs in an off-station training environment.

24 May 2018

Instructor pilot shares experience in AFW2 program before competing in Warrior Games

The end of an Easter egg hunt in 2017 brought Capt. Hunter Barnhill, 37th Flying Training Squadron instructor pilot, down to the ground as his body was trapped in a seizure.