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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

Oregon Guardsmen participate in Joint Exercise Sentry Aloha

  • Published
  • By Airman First Class Adam Smith
  • 173rd Fighter Wing
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii --  

Five F-15 Eagles and more than ninety Airmen from Kingsley Field flew to Hawaii for three weeks to support Sentry Aloha 19-2, a large-scale exercise with both American and Australian Forces, August 16 through September 6, 2019.

Lt. Col Victor Knill, 173rd Fighter Wing Sentry Aloha project officer, said, “The purpose of this exercise is to get the Hawaiian F-22s as much training as they can get since they’re kind of out here, isolated. They don’t get a lot of opportunities to get a lot of big, large force exercise training.”

Knill emphasized that Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH) occupies a strategic position in the highly contested Pacific Command Area of Responsibility and maintaining unit effectiveness is vital to U.S. interest.

Exercises such as Sentry Aloha 19-2 allow JBPHH pilots to train against a diverse set of opponents that can imitate what may be encountered in combat.

Kingsley Eagles flew with Hawaiian F-22 Raptors simulating both friendly “Blue Forces” and as adversaries. F-16 Fighting Falcons from Tulsa Air National Guard Base and an Australian E-7 Wedgetail AEW&C also participated.

Captain Paul Spotten, 173rd FW Sentry Aloha maintenance officer in charge, said that the benefits of this exercise extend beyond just the local Hawaiian Raptor pilots. “The way these large force exercises work, it really is good training for everyone involved. Everyone is learning a lot from being able to participate in an exercise like this.”

More than ninety Airmen followed Kingsley’s five jets to ensure the mission went smoothly, said Spotten. “We’ve got folks from maintenance squadron, aircraft maintenance squadron, maintenance operations flight, operations support, the fighter squadron, logistics readiness, comm flight. We really did bring a really good, big diverse team.”

Knill also praised the hard work of every Kingsley Airman who supported the mission. “They showed dedication and resilience throughout the entire exercise, sometimes working ten plus hour shifts to make the flying happen.”

During the nine mission days, Kingsley Eagles flew 65 sorties, adding up to more than 110 hours in the air.

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.