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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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Goodfellow | ISR students enhance their training through the MC-12W

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  • By Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch
  • 17th Training Wing Public Affairs
SAN ANGELO, Texas --  

Goodfellow Air Force Base instructors and students traveled to San Angelo Regional Airport-Mathis Field, to gain first-hand exposure with the MC-12W and interact with its crew members Aug. 24, 2022.

The MC-12W is twin-engine turbo prop aircraft used in real-world intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions. The aircraft and its crew are assigned to the 137th Special Operations Wing headquartered at Will Rogers Air National Guard Base, Oklahoma City.

Members of the 17th Training Wing at Goodfellow Air Force Base partnered with staff from the 137th SOW to give students and instructors the opportunity to merge classroom learning with real-world assets. The crew of the MC-12W spoke with students and staff in attendance, sharing their experiences in the ISR profession, and answering questions.

Goodfellow Air Force Base intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance students learn about the mission of the MC-12W from a crew member assigned to the 137th Special Operations Wing, Oklahoma National Guard, inside a hangar at San Angelo Regional Airport-Mathis Field, Texas, Aug. 24, 2022. Goodfellow AFB ISR instructors and students traveled to the airport to gain first-hand experience with this aircraft, which is assigned to 137th SOW, Oklahoma National Guard. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

Goodfellow ISR students enhance their training through the MC-12W

Goodfellow Air Force Base intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance students learn about the mission of the MC-12W from a crew member assigned to the 137th Special Operations Wing, Oklahoma National Guard, inside a hangar at San Angelo Regional Airport-Mathis Field, Texas, Aug. 24, 2022. Goodfellow AFB ISR instructors and students traveled to the airport to gain first-hand experience with this aircraft, which is assigned to 137th SOW, Oklahoma National Guard. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)
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A student assigned to the 316th Training Squadron sits in the cockpit of an MC-12W inside a hangar at San Angelo Regional Airport-Mathis Field, Texas, Aug. 24, 2022. Goodfellow Air Force Base intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance instructors and students traveled to the airport to gain first-hand experience with this aircraft, which is assigned to 137th Special Operations Wing, Oklahoma National Guard. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

Goodfellow ISR students enhance their training through the MC-12W

A student assigned to the 316th Training Squadron sits in the cockpit of an MC-12W inside a hangar at San Angelo Regional Airport-Mathis Field, Texas, Aug. 24, 2022. Goodfellow Air Force Base intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance instructors and students traveled to the airport to gain first-hand experience with this aircraft, which is assigned to 137th Special Operations Wing, Oklahoma National Guard. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)
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Students assigned to the 316th Training Squadron check the flaps of an MC-12W in a hangar at San Angelo Regional Airport-Mathis Field, Texas, Aug. 24, 2022. The mission of the 316th TRS is to train, develop and inspire intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance cryptologic leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

Goodfellow ISR students enhance their training through the MC-12W

Students assigned to the 316th Training Squadron check the flaps of an MC-12W in a hangar at San Angelo Regional Airport-Mathis Field, Texas, Aug. 24, 2022. The mission of the 316th TRS is to train, develop and inspire intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance cryptologic leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)
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“I love getting the chance to bring students out to see where all of their work and all of their training is going to lead,” said Staff Sgt. Catherine Gannon, a 316th Training Squadron Airborne ISR operator instructor. “It gets them exited to see where they’re going to go next and helps them see their role in the bigger picture.”

Medium-to-low altitude ISR missions are an integral part of projecting air power across the globe. The 17th Training Wing trains all DoD signals intelligence and all Air Force manned intelligence career fields. Students training at Goodfellow graduate to line units where they have an immediate impact on ISR missions.

“I feel rejuvenated,” said U.S. Navy Seaman Lauren Bartlett, 316th TRS cryptologic technician interpretive student. “I have more inspiration, and my job became a lot more fun just through the possibility of this being something I can do one day.”

An MC-12W assigned to the 137th Special Operations Wing, Oklahoma National Guard, departs from San Angelo Regional Airport-Mathis Field, Texas, Aug. 24, 2022. The MC-12W is a twin-engine turbo prop aircraft used for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions in support of ground forces around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

Goodfellow ISR students enhance their training through the MC-12W

An MC-12W assigned to the 137th Special Operations Wing, Oklahoma National Guard, departs from San Angelo Regional Airport-Mathis Field, Texas, Aug. 24, 2022. The MC-12W is a twin-engine turbo prop aircraft used for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions in support of ground forces around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)
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An MC-12W assigned to the 137th Special Operations Wing, Oklahoma National Guard, taxis into a hangar at San Angelo Regional Airport-Mathis Field, Texas, Aug. 24, 2022. The MC-12W is a twin-engine turbo prop aircraft used for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions in support of ground forces around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)

Goodfellow ISR students enhance their training through the MC-12W

An MC-12W assigned to the 137th Special Operations Wing, Oklahoma National Guard, taxis into a hangar at San Angelo Regional Airport-Mathis Field, Texas, Aug. 24, 2022. The MC-12W is a twin-engine turbo prop aircraft used for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions in support of ground forces around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch)
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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.