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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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The 17th Training Wing welcomes new commander

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  • By Senior Airman Sarah Williams
  • 17th Training Wing Public Affairs

GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE, Texas-- The 17th Training Wing conducted a change of command ceremony at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 16.

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Michele Edmondson, 2nd Air Force commander, passes the guidon to Col. Angelina Maguinness, 17th TRW commander, upon assuming command during the change of command ceremony at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 16, 2023. Maguinness will be responsible for training, transforming, and empowering more than 14,000 firefighting, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance warriors annually for the United States Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force, Coast Guard and other government agencies and allied nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)

The 17th Training Wing welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Michele Edmondson, 2nd Air Force commander, passes the guidon to Col. Angelina Maguinness, 17th TRW commander, upon assuming command during the change of command ceremony at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 16, 2023. Maguinness will be responsible for training, transforming, and empowering more than 14,000 firefighting, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance warriors annually for the United States Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force, Coast Guard and other government agencies and allied nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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The 17th TRW welcomed the incoming commander, Col. Angelina Maguinness, and thanked Col. Matthew Reilman for his hard work and dedication over the last two years.

Before joining the 17th TRW, Maguinness served as the Deputy Director for Operations, Joint Forces Headquarters-Cyber, 16th Air Force at Joint Base San Antonio – Lackland, Texas, where she was responsible for leading planning efforts to enable Air Forces Cyber component operations on behalf of the Department of Defense, United States Cyber Command, geographic combatant commanders and the United States Air Force, in support of national command authority priorities.

U.S. Air Force Col. Angelina Maguinness, 17th Training Wing commander, addresses attendees the 17th TRW upon taking command at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 16, 2023. The 17th TRW’s vision is to lead fire and information warfare training and concepts for the Air Force by training, transforming, and empowering joint and coalition warriors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)

The 17th Training Wing welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Angelina Maguinness, 17th Training Wing commander, addresses attendees the 17th TRW upon taking command at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 16, 2023. The 17th TRW’s vision is to lead fire and information warfare training and concepts for the Air Force by training, transforming, and empowering joint and coalition warriors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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As the 17th TRW commander, Maguinness will be responsible for training, transforming, and empowering more than 14,000 firefighting, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance warriors annually for the United States Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force, Coast Guard and other government agencies and allied nations.

The 17th TRW is composed of the 17th Training Group, 517th TRG, 17th Mission Support Group and 17th Medical Group. The wing also provides support to Army, Navy, and Marine Corps on-base units, as well as seven other partner organizations and Angelo State University's Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps.

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.