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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

Veterans Day: Reflecting on Sacrifice

  • Published
  • By Staff Sergeant Nathan Call
  • 17th Training Wing Public Affairs
SAN ANGELO, Texas --  

The community of San Angelo, Texas celebrated Veterans Day with a parade, Nov. 9. The San Angelo All Veterans Council hosted a Veterans Day parade in downtown San Angelo featuring local businesses, charities, veterans groups and military formations filled by volunteers from Goodfellow Air Force Base.

Parade Attendees look on as various military and local organizations march in the Veterans Day Parade in downtown San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. Veterans Day is a day dedicated to the patriotism and duty of those who have served. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)

Veterans Day: Reflecting on Sacrifice

Parade Attendees look on as various military and local organizations march in the Veterans Day Parade in downtown San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. Veterans Day is a day dedicated to the patriotism and duty of those who have served. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)
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U.S. Air Force Col. Angelina Maguinness, 17th Training Wing commander,  announced parade floats along with Carolyn McEnrue and Randy Turner, anchors from local news station KLST. The trio commentated on the participants in the parade to include veterans from World War II, Vietnam and almost every war to the present. Local organizations such as the 363 Boy Scout troop and various Reserve Officers' Training Corps from local schools also participated.

On Nov. 11, Millersview hosted its 105th Veterans Day celebration which welcomed Maguinness as its guest speaker. She emphasized the importance of honoring those that have served in the military. The event included “Amazing Grace,” played on bagpipes, and “Taps,” being played on a bugle. Each branches’ song was played as members were recognized for their service.

“Veterans Day gives us the chance to pause, to reflect and to express our deepest gratitude to all who have served in our armed forces,” said Maguinness. “Today is a day that reminds us of the honor we owe to those who stood watch over our country, both in times of peace and in times of conflict.”

Having started as Armistice Day in 1919, Veterans Day became what it is now in 1954. Armistice means truce and the day was created after World War I ended. The change to the name was made to pay respect to veterans of all wars.

Boy Scouts from San Angelo Troop 363 present historical flags during the Veterans Day Parade in downtown San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. The parade featured military members from Goodfellow Air Force Base, local organizations and schools. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)

Veterans Day: Reflecting on Sacrifice

Boy Scouts from San Angelo Troop 363 present historical flags during the Veterans Day Parade in downtown San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. The parade featured military members from Goodfellow Air Force Base, local organizations and schools. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)
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Each year on Nov. 11, we pause to honor and celebrate the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. military. This day is dedicated to those who served with honor in all branches of the U.S. military—Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines Corps, Space Force and Coast Guard.

Veterans Day is a time for all of us to reflect on what freedom means and the cost of maintaining that freedom. It is a time to recognize the hardships endured and thank those who have raised their hand to swear to defend our country.

U.S. Air Force Col. Angelina Maguinness, 17th Training Wing commander, announces floats in the Veterans Day Parade along with Carolyn McEnrue and Randy Turner, anchors from local news station KLST in San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. The Veterans Day parade featured local businesses, charities, veterans groups, and military formations filled by volunteers from Goodfellow Air Force Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)

Veterans Day: Reflecting on Sacrifice

U.S. Air Force Col. Angelina Maguinness, 17th Training Wing commander, announces floats in the Veterans Day Parade along with Carolyn McEnrue and Randy Turner, anchors from local news station KLST in San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. The Veterans Day parade featured local businesses, charities, veterans groups, and military formations filled by volunteers from Goodfellow Air Force Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)
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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to Goodfellow Air Force Base prepare to march during the San Angelo Veterans Day parade downtown San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. The United States Air Force was established on September 18, 1947. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)

Veterans Day: Reflecting on Sacrifice

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to Goodfellow Air Force Base prepare to march during the San Angelo Veterans Day parade downtown San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. The United States Air Force was established on September 18, 1947. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)
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The Joint Service Color Guard presents the colors during the San Angelo Veterans Day parade downtown San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. Military members and veterans were honored throughout the parade. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)

Veterans Day: Reflecting on Sacrifice

The Joint Service Color Guard presents the colors during the San Angelo Veterans Day parade downtown San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. Military members and veterans were honored throughout the parade. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)
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Personnel assigned to the 312th Training Squadron drive a Rosenbauer Panther firetruck at the Veterans Day Parade in San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. The Louis F. Garland Department of Defense Fire Academy has a fleet of fire trucks with different equipment and firefighting capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)

Veterans Day: Reflecting on Sacrifice

Personnel assigned to the 312th Training Squadron drive a Rosenbauer Panther firetruck at the Veterans Day Parade in San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. The Louis F. Garland Department of Defense Fire Academy has a fleet of fire trucks with different equipment and firefighting capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)
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Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus wave as U.S. Marines assigned to Goodfellow Air Force Base collect donations for Toys for Tots during the Veterans Day Parade in downtown San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation was started in 1947 by Maj. Bill Hendrick, who collected and distributed 5,000 toys with the Marines in his reserve unit in Los Angeles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)

Veterans Day: Reflecting on Sacrifice

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus wave as U.S. Marines assigned to Goodfellow Air Force Base collect donations for Toys for Tots during the Veterans Day Parade in downtown San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation was started in 1947 by Maj. Bill Hendrick, who collected and distributed 5,000 toys with the Marines in his reserve unit in Los Angeles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)
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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.