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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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Officer Training School suspends public attendance for upcoming graduation

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MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. -- Air University’s Officer Training School has suspended guest presence at the awards ceremony and graduation parade this week out of caution to minimize potential spread of COVID-19.

The Department of Defense and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend implementing social distancing measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, and minimizing large gatherings.

“While there are no cases in Alabama, we are taking necessary precautions and follow risk-based measures consistent with guidance from the DoD and CDC,” said Lt. Gen. James Hecker, Air University commander and president. “It is our responsibility to keep our Airmen, our families and our communities safe.”

While the awards ceremony and graduation parade are faculty-only events, they will be live streamed via the OTS Facebook page. The individual commissioning ceremonies are still open to guests, so those that have already traveled from out of town can still participate in this special event.

“We regret having to make this decision, but are interested in keeping our Airmen and their families safe,” said Col. Peter Bailey, OTS commandant. “We are allowing guests at individual commissioning ceremonies as those are smaller events, in line with CDC guidelines.”

Maxwell Air Force Base has a dedicated webpage for COVID-19 updates that includes live content from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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.