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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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Columbus AFB hosts Wings Over Columbus virtual air show on social media

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  • By Senior Airman Keith Holcomb
  • 14th Flying Training Wing Public Affairs

COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. –  Columbus Air Force Base featured a virtual air show, 2020 Wings Over Columbus, on their Facebook page @ColumbusAFB April 24.

This virtual air show replaced the physical air show scheduled for April 25-26 because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through the virtual air show Columbus AFB connected with their community and allowed the public to see the world’s greatest military aviators from a different perspective.

“The purpose of this virtual air show is to showcase airpower to you and highlight the dedicated selfless service of our military members all across the globe,” said Col. Samantha Week, 14th Flying Training Wing commander. “The men and women of Columbus Air Force Base work every day to be the premier pilot training wing alongside our community, to create the world’s most advanced generation of pilots, and cultivate all Airmen to be bold innovative leaders ready to fly, fight and win.”

In a series of 16 videos, the 14th Flying Training Wing showcased various civilian and military aerial demonstrations and acts, along with highlighting the base’s mission. The show started off with an introduction from Weeks followed by a glimpse into the wing’s everyday mission and then led into a high-tempo highlight performance by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. The clip also featured a special shout-out from Maj. Michelle Curran, lead solo pilot for the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, flying the No. 5 jet, to Columbus AFB community and to Weeks on her Air Force career and time as a Thunderbird pilot.

Over the next several hours, every half hour, a new video premiered. A majority of the acts and demo teams that were supposed to be present during the actual air show were showcased. In addition, many aircraft from the Air Force’s inventory were also highlighted, displaying the vast spectrum of airpower.

The day finished with a video showing a Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training graduation ceremony from earlier in the day. Eleven pilots from SUPT Class 20 12/13, earned their silver wings April 24, culminating more than a year in pilot training.

All the videos are available on the base’s Facebook page, click on the link to check them out https://www.facebook.com/ColumbusAFB/.

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.