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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

Program creates new experiences for Airmen across base

  • Published
  • By Airman 1st Class Jessica Williams
  • 14th Flying Training Wing Public Affairs
COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. --  

The 14th Flying Training Wing at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi seized a new opportunity allowing Airmen to further integrate and understand the mission capabilities of units across the base.

Known as the job swap program, the tool allows Airmen from different units on the base an opportunity to be worked into other Air Force jobs.

“I saw this program at Lakenheath and the perspective it gave to our junior Airmen, and I wanted to bring that here,” said U.S. Air Force Maj. Joshua Mann, 14th Comptroller Squadron commander.

This program falls in line with Chief of Staff of the Air Force Brown’s Accelerate, Change or Lose priorities, building a foundation for “multi-capable and adaptable team builders.”

Two participants of the program, Senior Airman David Richardson, 14th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, and Senior Airman Jake Jacobsen, 14th Flying Training Wing public affairs specialist, experienced and obtained a new-found appreciation for other jobs.

Richardson traded in his typical duty equipment for a Nikon z7 camera and traveled around the base with other public affairs personnel to see what the job is all about.

“I think it is a great way to see how the base runs,” said Richardson. “I would do it again tomorrow just to gain the experience.”

Jacobsen took a break from editing, filming and writing to find out what aerospace physiology technicians do and how they play a part in the mission.

“They give pilots crucial training before they take to the skies,” said Jacobsen. “Teaching pilots the warning signs for a lack of oxygen during flight and showing them how it affects their bodies and performance skills is all need-to-know information. It was interesting to see the airmen who gave them this hands on course and how they worked as a team to provide the training.”

Each unit plays an important role to ensure the mission continues to run safely and effectively.

When Airmen can see and understand what other career fields do and how they contribute, a new appreciation can be formed.

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.