News

Aug. 12, 2024
General Hecker returns to address ENJJPT Airmen and speak at Class 24-07 graduation

U.S. Air Force General James Hecker, Commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Africa, visited the 80th Flying Training Wing to address Airmen and leadership from Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training program on Aug. 2.
May 22, 2024
Shulman assumes command of 80th Flying Training Wing

Col. Jeffrey D. Shulman assumed command of the 80th Flying Training Wing May 22, 2024, in a ceremony here. Shulman joins the 80th FTW from the 8th Fighter Wing at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea where he served as the Deputy Commander. The 80th FTW is home of the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot
Sept. 6, 2023
Sheppard | 80th Flying Training Wing and Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training Pledge to Combat Sexual Violence

This joint pledge serves as a powerful testament to their dedication to supporting victims of sexual assault and their determination to eliminate such incidents from their ranks.
May 12, 2023
Sheppard | CMSAF challenges Airmen to ‘make a difference’

Bass took the opportunity to address Sheppard’s unique audience – Airmen in training. She urged them to stay focused and maintain their readiness, and reiterated the need for continued investment in training and technology.
May 30, 2022
300 sorties makes for an Awesome Day at ENJJPT

The 80th Flying Training Wing came together with a goal of setting a new record for the number of sorties flown at the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training program, making their efforts an Awesome Day for the program.
March 5, 2021
ENJJPT set to host 81st steering committee meeting virtually

The 81st meeting of the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training Program Steering Committee is set to begin March 8, 2021, a biannual gathering of partner nations to discuss the program and plans for the future.
Jan. 20, 2021
Eyes on the skies result in recognition for controller, flight safety

An air traffic controller and the Flight Safety Office at Sheppard were recently recognized among the best at what they do by Air Education and Training Command.
Nov. 6, 2020
Cancer survivor realizing dream of becoming pilot

At 18 years old, all Charles Boynton knew was that he wanted to fly. He was infatuated with the thrill and limitless feeling of the sky, but a testicular cancer diagnosis in 2018 threatened to shoot down those dreams. More than two years later, he's set to soar again after surviving his cancer and
July 31, 2020
FAIPs heart and soul of ENJJPT pilot training

First Assignment Instructor Pilots, known as a “FAIP” in the pilot community, play an important role in the pilot training business. After completing undergraduate pilot training, a few select students go directly into pilot instructor training.
June 22, 2020
Haas assumes command of 80th FTW

Col. Robert F. Haas Jr. assumed command of the 80th Flying Training Wing on June 19, 2020 during a change of command ceremony.