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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

Air University Press releases The Secret Sauce for Organizational Success: Communications and Leadership on the Same Page

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MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. --  

Air University Press’s latest book release is The Secret Sauce for Organizational Success: Communications and Leadership on the Same Page by retired Navy Rear Adm. Tom Jurkowsky.

Jurkowsky's distinguished military career culminated in his service as the Navy's chief of information. In his 45 years as a public affairs professional in the defense, corporate and public sectors, he has seen it all. He describes how he and leaders handled situations that arose to levels of national news headlines. The author’s major premise is that in dealing with organizational crises, there is a “secret sauce”—and that is leadership.

The concepts for successfully interacting with the media are just as relevant in the digital media age as they were decades ago—if not more so. Former White House press secretary Mike McCurry notes that the author “gives us valuable lessons . . . about truthfulness and transparency in public communications” and that the book is “an important read for anyone who needs help in facing issues we must discuss in the public square.”

Jurkowsky’s goal is for communications practitioners and leaders to learn from his experiences and to motivate them to always do the right thing.

Download it at https://www.airuniversity.af.edu/AUPress/ under latest publications.

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.