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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

Dragons feed Gulf Coast

  • Published
  • By Airman 1st Class Suzanna Plotnikov
  • 81st Training Wing Public Affairs
KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. --  Eighty-nine Keesler Airmen volunteered to support the Feeding the Gulf Coast organization Jan. 16 in Biloxi, Mississippi, which provides hunger relief to 24 counties along the Gulf Coast.

“We rescued 14,405 pounds of produce, 5,110 pounds of dry goods and 1,481 pounds of bakery donations,” said Senior Master Sgt. Richard Crim, 81st Security Forces Squadron superintendent. “That’s a total of 20,996 pounds of food which equates to approximately 17,500 meals to those in need.”

This volunteer event was just the first in many more to come according to Capt. Carissa Hoosline, 81st Training Wing commander’s action group director. She explained the initiative was developed to focus on one of the new priorities for the 81st TRW, enriching community partnerships. Col. Debra Lovette, 81st TRW commander, has challenged the wing to complete four major events like this each year, with one group taking the lead each quarter.

The event was originally scheduled for more than three hours, but with such a large turnout and the Airmen working together to break down food displays and palletize all food products, it only took an hour, according to Crim.

Tech. Sgt. Jennifer Watts, 81st TRW command chief executive assistant, not only recognizes the importance of giving back to the community, but also believes the Feeding the Gulf Coast organization is an innovative concept.

“We get supported by the community and it’s only fair that we give back the same kind of support we are given as a base,” said Watts.

The concept of rescuing food involves local venders, restaurants and grocery stores donating expired food that is still edible to food banks. Food banks then use this food to fight hunger in their local communities.

“In America we generally waste a lot of food,” said Watts. “To see all of these vendors give away the food instead of just throwing away what they don’t sell, it could be going to somebody that’s in need of it.”

For Crim, his favorite part of volunteering is seeing Airmen from different units come together and work as a team.

“This event was sponsored by the 81st Mission Support Group on behalf of the wing,” said Crim. “Overall, Team Keesler is focused on community based programs and building stronger relationships with the public.”

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.