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12th Flying Training Wing

The 12th Flying Training Wing, headquartered at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, develops the next generation of Air Force aviators and enlisted aircrew by providing world-class flying training and education. The wing trains Airmen in the fundamentals of airmanship, instruction and leadership, preparing them for success in operational units across the Air Force. Through undergraduate Combat Systems Officer training, Pilot Instructor Training, Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals, Remotely Piloted Aircraft pilot indoctrination, enlisted aviator training, and other specialized programs, the 12th FTW produces skilled, adaptable, and combat-ready professionals capable of meeting the demands of today's complex operating environment while strengthening the future of American airpower.

 

 

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Articles

First Assignment Instructor Pilots visit McConnell

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  • By Senior Airman Tara Fadenrecht
  • 22nd Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs
MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. --  Nineteen First Assignment Instructor Pilots visited McConnell Air Force Base, April 2.

The FAIPs, currently stationed at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, as T-1 Jayhawk instructor pilots, made the trip to get a closer look at the KC-135 Stratotanker and learn about the base mission before they are assigned to an aircraft.

“The pilots completed Undergraduate Pilot Training and were asked to remain at Columbus AFB as instructors instead of moving to Air Mobility Command,” said Capt. Curtis Dejaco, 350th Air Refueling Squadron executive officer. “They compete with FAIPs from across Air Education and Training Command for assignments at the end of their three-year tour. They visited two other bases this [past] weekend, but [we had] the opportunity to showcase our aircraft and mission as the best in AMC.”

The group listened to briefings from KC-135 pilots and boarded a tanker to get a better feel for the aircraft.

“The benefit is actually being able to see the aircraft we might be [assigned] to,” said 1st Lt. Ian Ellington, 48th Flight Training Squadron FAIP. “I’ve never actually been inside a KC-135, so physically getting into the [aircraft] and [seeing] how you fit in the cockpit was definitely worth the trip.”

Public Affairs Information

Tours of the 12th Flying Training Wing are provided to various community organizations, high schools, businesses, and academic military recruitment programs to educate their members about the 12th FTW mission.

Due to the high volume of requests and limited public affairs resources, tours and static displays are limited.

Please submit all requests in writing to the 12th FTW Public Affairs by email to 12ftw.pa.1@us.af.mil at least three weeks but no more than six weeks in advance. You may also call 210-652-1272.

Tours are not available on weekends and may be cancelled at any time because of increased security measures or mission requirements. The 12th FTW does not host tours of Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph at-large. To schedule a tour of JBSA-Randolph, please contact JBSA-Randolph Public Affairs at 502abw.pa.official@us.af.mil or dial 210-652-4410.

If desired, requestors must arrange all meals. PA will provide contact information to base eateries. Modified tours will be granted for those with limited mobility - this must be stated on the tour request. If not stated, it is assumed that mobility is not an issue.