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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

Goodfellow: Ready to Go

  • Published
  • By Senior Airman Zach Heimbuch
  • 17th Training Wing Public Affairs
GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE, Texas --  

The 17th Training Wing conducted a deployment readiness exercise at the Vance Deployment Center, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Oct. 17, 2024.

The exercise ensured Goodfellow’s ability to rapidly and effectively deliver Airmen anywhere on the planet they may be needed.

“This exercise is meant to keep us familiar with large-scale deployments as a base and show us where we can be even more efficient,” said Tech. Sgt. Andy Harrison, Wing Staff Agencies Unit Deployment Manager. “We’re always getting new permanent party personnel and members who haven't had to deploy. This gives a sense of familiarity to the staff and deployers so it's not so overwhelming if it has to happen.”

The 17th Training Wing Inspection Team observes deployers moving through the deployment line at the Vance Deployment Center, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Oct. 17, 2024. The exercise ensured Goodfellow’s ability to rapidly and effectively deliver Airmen anywhere on the planet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zach Heimbuch)

Goodfellow: Ready to Go

The 17th Training Wing Inspection Team observes deployers moving through the deployment line at the Vance Deployment Center, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Oct. 17, 2024. The exercise ensured Goodfellow’s ability to rapidly and effectively deliver Airmen anywhere on the planet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zach Heimbuch)
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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Andy Harrison,17th Training Wing Wing Staff Agencies unit deployment manager, and Tech. Sgt. Bradley Gray, 17th TRW Wing Safety noncommissioned officer in charge, discuss facilities available during deployments at the Vance Deployment Center, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Oct. 17, 2024. Deploying members were accompanied by their squadron’s UDMs to help organize the process. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zach Heimbuch)

Goodfellow: Ready to Go

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Andy Harrison,17th Training Wing Wing Staff Agencies unit deployment manager, and Tech. Sgt. Bradley Gray, 17th TRW Wing Safety noncommissioned officer in charge, discuss facilities available during deployments at the Vance Deployment Center, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Oct. 17, 2024. Deploying members were accompanied by their squadron’s UDMs to help organize the process. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zach Heimbuch)
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Members of the 17th Training Wing board busses transporting them to their notional deployed environment at the Vance Deployment Center, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Oct. 17, 2024. The exercise is meant to provide a sense of familiarity to the staff and deployers so the 17th TRW can be prepared to rapidly send and be sent anywhere on the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zach Heimbuch)

Goodfellow: Ready to Go

Members of the 17th Training Wing board busses transporting them to their notional deployed environment at the Vance Deployment Center, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Oct. 17, 2024. The exercise is meant to provide a sense of familiarity to the staff and deployers so the 17th TRW can be prepared to rapidly send and be sent anywhere on the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zach Heimbuch)
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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.