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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

AU host loading demo for innovation

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  • By Senior Airman Rhonda Smith, Air University Public Affairs
  • Air University Public Affairs

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala.-- Air University’s Innovation Center and MGMWERX partnered with the 187th Fighter Wing and the 908th Airlift Wing to provide Auburn University students with a C-130 loading demo and C-17 static to continue Agile Combat Employment through education and innovative efforts Feb. 16, 2022 at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama.

The engineering students had the opportunity to measure aircraft parts and interview aircrew members for their senior school project.

The project presented them with real-world knowledge of current processes and tools Airmen currently have to maintain mission efficiency. For example, they use aerospace ground equipment that requires a heavy vehicle to move and/or load on the aircraft. They use an aircraft winch that allows airmen to move over 1000 lbs. at a time but it is time-consuming to put together and once together the winch can only be used for that purpose unless modified with additional capabilities.

“For our senior design project we want to better equip the aircraft with loading and unloading equipment to lessen current technical hassle through technological advancements, '' said Josh Mandeville, Auburn University mechanical engineering student. “The opportunity to see this up close and personal makes this experience so surreal.”

The Auburn students project looks to enhance air capabilities to better equip and train airmen through innovation.

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.