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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

The Great Texas Airshow returns to JBSA-Randolph April 6-7

  • Published
  • By Andrew C. Patterson
  • 502nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas --  

The Great Texas Airshow will take place April 6-7 with this year’s theme of  "Service in Action." This free event will showcase the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the F-35A Lightning II, the U.S. Air Force Academy Wings of Blue Parachute Team and more. Gates open at 9 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. each day. The aerial acts begin at 11 a.m. on both days. 

Great Texas Airshow Planned Acts and Performers

Military Acts 

  • F-35A Demonstration Team 

  • USAF Parachute Team Wings of Blue  

  • 12th Flying Training Wing Composite Flyby  

  • C-17 & KC-46 Demonstration Teams 

  • F-35A & P-51 Heritage Flight 

  • USAF Thunderbirds 


     

Civilian Acts and Performers

  • Tora, Tora, Tora 

  • Acrobatic demos by Bill Stein, Tom Larkin,
    Glamourous Glenn, and Kirby Chambliss 

  • Shetterly Squadron 

  • Jet Truck/Pitts 

  • Various Warbirds (B-29, B-25, P-40, C-121,
    AH-1 Cobra, T-6, MiG-17, T-33, A-26,
    P-51, L-17, L-19, PT-17, PT-19, CJ-6, A-4) 

*Airshow performers subject to change 

 

Military Appreciation Day will feature science, technology, engineering, math, (STEM) and cyber events and activities on Fri., April 5. Schools, Junior ROTC, Gold Star Families, Wounded Warriors, and Department of Defense ID cardholders are authorized access. 

The Great Texas Airshow also includes support from all branches of service and features static displays and aerial demonstrations by many military and civilian acts. This free event is open to the public. Information is available at https://www.jbsa.mil/Information/JBSA-AIRSHOW/.   

Media Notes:  
Media passes are available for Military Appreciation and STEAM Day access on Friday, April 5. U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and airshow staff members are also available for appearances on news programs and morning shows leading up to The Great Texas Airshow. For media passes, please contact 502nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs at 502abw.pa.official@us.af.mil.  

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.