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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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FYI: Continuum of Learning

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The Continuum of Learning initiative is a shift to better focus how Airmen learn by integrating education, training and experience in ways that allow them to learn anytime, anywhere throughout their careers. The end goal is to create a culture of lifelong learning. FYI- For all the stuff you need to know.

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Continuum of Learning: Blended Learning
Blended learning is a combination of learning modes: self-paced, individual learning, facilitated and un-facilitated online learning, different educational technologies to include simulations, games and interactive applications, collaborative learning with other learners and traditional face-to-face experiences. The Continuum of Learning initiative is a shift to better focus how Airmen learn by integrating education, training and experience in ways that allow them to learn anytime, anywhere throughout their careers. The end goal is to create a culture of lifelong learning. (U.S. Air Force graphic/Staff Sgt. Chip Pons)
Continuum of Learning: Modular Learning
Airmen are offered learning in small packets and can choose individual modules based on their needs. The Continuum of Learning initiative is a shift to better focus how Airmen learn by integrating education, training and experience in ways that allow them to learn anytime, anywhere throughout their careers. The end goal is to create a culture of lifelong learning. (U.S. Air Force graphic/Staff Sgt. Chip Pons)
Continuum of Learning: Airman's Learning Record
The Airman's Learning Record is a comprehensive and complete record of all learning Airmen achieve during the course of their career. The ALR will provide a "one-stop shop" to record all learning, whether it occurs in a specialized training/education program, on the job, or off duty. The Continuum of Learning initiative is a shift to better focus how Airmen learn by integrating education, training and experience in ways that allow them to learn anytime, anywhere throughout their careers. The end goal is to create a culture of lifelong learning. (U.S. Air Force graphic/Staff Sgt. Chip Pons)
Continuum of Learning: Competency-Based Learning
Competenct-based learning is an outcomes-based approach that gives credit to Airmen in the form of a certification or badge for the skills and knowledge they have demonstrated in performance. The Continuum of Learning initiative is a shift to better focus how Airmen learn by integrating education, training and experience in ways that allow them to learn anytime, anywhere throughout their careers. The end goal is to create a culture of lifelong learning. (U.S. Air Force graphic/Staff Sgt. Chip Pons)
Continuum of Learning: On-Command and On-Demand
On-command is Air Force-required learning to achieve a lever of expertise. On-demand is self-initiated learning Airmen seek out to achieve personal and professional goals. The Continuum of Learning initiative is a shift to better focus how Airmen learn by integrating education, training and experience in ways that allow them to learn anytime, anywhere throughout their careers. The end goal is to create a culture of lifelong learning. (U.S. Air Force graphic/Staff Sgt. Chip Pons)

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.