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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

89th AW talks mission, career opportunities with Airmen

  • Published
  • By Airman 1st Class Breanna Klemm
  • 97th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs Office
ALTUS AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. --  

Pilots and flight attendants from the 89th Airlift Wing, from Joint Base Andrews, made a special visit to Altus Air Force Base, Mobility’s Hometown, on Nov. 7 to educate, recruit and showcase their mission to Mobility Airmen of the Mighty 97th.

The 89th AW’s mission is to provide global Special Air Mission airlift, logistics, aerial port and communications for the President, Vice President, cabinet members, combatant commanders and other senior military leaders tasked by the White House, Air Force Chief of Staff and Air Mobility Command.

U.S. Air Force Col. D.W. Schmidt, the 89th Operations Group commander, and U.S. Air Force Maj. Michael Giannone, the 89th OG director of personnel and pilot hiring, spoke about career opportunities and the overall mission of the 89th AW.

Additionally, seven U.S. Air Force Flight Attendants and a C-37B Gulfstream flew to Altus AFB to further educate Airmen on the various Air Force missions worldwide.

For more information on the 89th AW, either visit their website at https://www.jba.af.mil/About-Us/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/336383/89th-airlift-wing/ , view them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pg/89thAirliftWing/about or contact the recruiting team at directorofpersonnel@us.af.mil.  

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.