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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

Alamo Wing inducts Honorary Commanders

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  • By Staff Sgt. Adriana Barrientos
  • 433rd Airlift Wing Public Affairs
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas --  

The 433rd Airlift Wing inducted six local civic and business leaders into the honorary commanders’ program during a ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on Oct. 14.

The ceremony consisted of the honorary commanders receiving an Air Force commander’s insignia pin and assuming honorary command by accepting the 433rd AW guidon.

Each honorary commander was paired with leaders within the wing to learn the ins and outs of a Reserve unit’s mission and purpose.

Col. William Gutermuth, 433rd AW commander, presided over the ceremony.

“I’m really pleased that you guys are here and proud to be a part of a team that we share,” Gutermuth said. “We appreciate particularly our commanders for being willing to put the time and effort into connecting with us and learning about who we are and what we do and allow us to learn about who you are and what you do.”

Col. Michelle Van Sickle, 433rd Medical Group commander, represented the squadrons under her command and began the ceremony by inducting Dr. Suhail Daraiseh.

Daraiseh, chiropractor at Sana Wellness & Health, San Antonio Texas, will be assigned to the 433rd Medical Squadron.

“I’m excited. It’s educational and I feel welcomed,” said Daraiseh. “I hope we can work together in the future. We wish to provide some sort of education or influence in chiropracting.”

The honorary commanders will have further opportunities to learn about their units and commanders through C-5M Super Galaxy tours, demonstrations, events and flights.

The additional 2023 Honorary Commanders inducted this month included:

  • Dr. Suhail Daraiseh, Sana Wellness & Health chiropractor - 433rd Medical Squadron
  • Alex Melo, Brooks Real Estate community relations manager - 433rd Aeromedical Staging Squadron
  • Mr. Augie Cortez, Jr., Augie’s BBQ owner- 26th Aerial Port Squadron
  • Mr. Stephen Ynosotrosa, Vice President of Business Development for Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union - 74th Aerial Port Squadron
  • Darnell Smith, Inaugural Director of intercollegiate athletics for Texas A&M University-San Antonio - 433rd Security Forces Squadron
  • Larry McHenry, Chief Executive Officer for Power Grid Professionals Inc. - 433rd Civil Engineer Squadron

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.