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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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Under Secretary of the Air Force testifies on recruiting

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ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS)-- Kristyn Jones, assistant secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller, performing the duties of under secretary of the Air Force, testified to the Senate Armed Services Committee at the U.S. Capitol March 22.

Alongside testimony from other Department of Defense undersecretaries, Jones spoke on recruiting challenges currently facing the Department of the Air Force.

Kristyn Jones, assistant secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller, performing the duties of Under Secretary of the Air Force, Undersecretary of the Navy Erik Raven and Undersecretary of the Army Gabriel Camarillo testify before the Senate Armed Services Committee on military recruiting challenges in Washington, D.C., March 22, 2023. (U.S. Air Force photo by Eric Dietrich)

Kristyn Jones, assistant secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller, performing the duties of under secretary of the Air Force, Erik Raven, under secretary of the Navy and Gabe Camarillo, under secretary of the Army, testify before the Senate Armed Services Committee on military recruiting challenges in Washington, D.C., March 22, 2023. (U.S. Air Force photo by Eric Dietrich)
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Jones said the Air Force would likely fall short of its enlisted active duty recruiting goals by more than 10% in 2023, and the Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard are projected to miss their goals as well, but that the Space Force is expected to meet its quotas for the year.

Responding to these recruiting challenges, Jones said the DAF has increased its marketing programs using an additional $150 million appropriated by Congress, including implementing new digital marketing initiatives, which she credited as already driving more than 90% more new user traffic to DAF recruiting websites. She also said in-person recruiters have dramatically increased their presence in schools and public events.

In addition to increased marketing and engagement, Jones also discussed ways that the DAF is increasing incentives, such as the recent reinstatement of its enlisted college loan repayment program. She also highlighted ongoing efforts to remove barriers to service to increase its pool of potential recruits. Jones underscored that these changes do not lower standards for service and include items such as revisions to tattoo policies and body composition requirements at the time of accession for otherwise-eligible recruits.

Besides departmental actions, Jones also iterated that Congress’s continuing support for recruiting and modernization is critical to the department’s future readiness.

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.