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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

Mexican Air Force visits Laughlin for Fiesta of Flight

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  • By Capt. Christine Del Aguila
  • 47th Flying Training Wing Public Affairs
LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas --  

The Fuerza Aerea Mexicana (Mexican Air Force) made their first U.S. debut since 1944 with their T-6C+ Aerobatic Demonstration team for a performance during Laughlin’s Fiesta of Flight Open House, Airshow and Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics Expo (STEAM) March 9.

This was the first time the Fuerza Aerea Mexicana T-6C+ team performed at a U.S. airshow.

The team arrived a few days before the airshow and received a tour of Laughlin AFB March 7. They got a glimpse into how Team XL Builds Combat-Ready Airmen, Leaders and Pilots.

Brig. Gen. Disraeli Gomez Herrara, president of the Feria Aeroespecial Mexico (FAMEX), or the Mexico Aerospace Fair, and 26 additional Mexican Air Force Airmen from the 402nd Squadron visited with Laughlin leadership and the Fiesta of Flight Airshow planning team.

The Mexican Air Force toured various sections within the 47th Flying Training Wing, to include the 47th Maintenance Directorate, 47th Operations Group, 85th Flying Training Squadron, 86th Flying Training Squadron, 87th Flying Training Squadron, 47th Student Squadron, 434th Flying Training Squadron, and 47th Operations Support Squadron (OSS).

The Mexican Air Force team got to experience flying in simulators for a portion of the tour.

Brig. Gen. Disraeli Gomez Herrara and his team also met with the Fiesta of Flight Airshow planning team to share best airshow planning practices.

“We are excited to share with you a bit of history that we are making here at Laughlin Air Base today,” said Col Kevin Davidson, 47th Flying Training Wing Commander, speaking to the crowds on Saturday, March 9. “We have the Mexican Air Force here to perform for you, which is the first time they have performed at an airshow in the United States. We are grateful to have General Disraeli Gomez Herrara’s team here to strengthen our partnership between our countries.”

The Fiesta of Flight brought in roughly 16,000 spectators to Laughlin AFB.

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.