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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

CADP class 2024 Graduation Ceremony

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  • By Air University Public Affairs
  • Air University Public Affairs
MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. --  

The Civilian Leadership Development School awarded 35 Associates of Science in Department of the Air Force Leadership and Management degrees to graduates of the Civilian Associate Degree Program at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, Sept. 12, 2024.

CADP is a program offered exclusively to Department of the Air Force civil servants and gives them the opportunity to earn an Associates of Science, while simultaneously progressing in their current careers.

“It has always been a goal of mine to get my associates ever since graduating high school,” said John Suarez, CADP graduate and program writing award winner. “It was a very pleasant experience. I had never done online learning before, and it was nice because I was able to learn at my own tempo, on my own time.”

Throughout the program, students tune in to live virtual lectures and are given the opportunity to discuss the course material with their instructors.

“I would recommend that anyone who is eligible registers for CADP,” said Suarez. “More so for accomplishing a personal goal and learning the course curriculum. There is a lot of useful information that will help you lead and influence people to get things done.”

During the graduation ceremony, CADP students received the following awards:

Program Leadership Award

  • Jeremy Kidd, Arnold Air Force Base, TN
  • Michelle Soto, Scott Air Force Base, IL
  • Michael Young, Tinker Air Force Base, OK

Program Writing Award

  • Michelle Converse, Lackland Air Force Base, TX
  • Dedra Hickman, Edwards Air Force Base, CA
  • Nicole Muenchow, Patrick Air Force Base, FL
  • John Suarez, Elmendorf Air Force Base, AK

Peer Leadership Award

  • Jayson Heffron, Tinker AFB, OK

“You may have begun the journey with some fear and some trepidation of whether you would have what it takes to succeed,” Ms. Glenda Scheiner, Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel and Services. “You've faced many challenges to take that first step, and perhaps there were many other challenges along the way. But today is your day. You took the first step, you persevered, and here you are today as a new graduate with your associates degree. Congratulations!”

 

If you are interested in CADP, you can learn more about enrolling at the Civilian Associate Degree Program website: https://www.airuniversity.af.edu/Eaker-Center/CLDS/CADP/

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.