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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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17th Training Wing Hosts Student Thanksgiving

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  • By Airman 1st Class Brian Lummus
  • 17th Training Wing Public Affairs
GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE, Texas --  

The 17th Training Wing invited its students to the Crossroads Student Ministry Center to enjoy Thanksgiving food served by the Chapel team, base leadership and San Angelo community members at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Nov. 22.

Every year, students are given the opportunity to come together with a Thanksgiving meal to help them feel a little closer to home while bonding with their friends and teammates within the 17th TRW.

“I think the students are at a crossroads in their life coming from basic training to the school, so sometimes they’re stressed out,” expressed Maj. James Bond, 17th Training Wing chaplain. “We have events like this to ease their anxiety and stress so they can have some time to cool off and enjoy a good meal in their home away from home.”

As a token of appreciation, volunteers from around the community came together and provided the students with food for Thanksgiving. This will be the first time many of these students will be away from home during the holidays. The 17th TRW takes this chance to take a step back from the vigorous day-to-day training and focus on protecting the health and wellness of its most valued assets; its students.

“It is important for us to thank our student warriors for wearing that uniform,” stated Capt. Kizito Okhuoya, 17th Training Wing chaplain. “Gratitude is an important part of who we are as a community, as individuals and as a nation, so we should always take the time to say thanks, especially to our young warriors beginning their careers.”

The Student Thanksgiving serving staff stand for a group photo at the Crossroads Student Ministry Center, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 22, 2024. The serving staff was made up of the Chapel team, base leadership and San Angelo community members who wanted to give back to the students with a chance to bond with their friends and teammates over Thanksgiving food. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brian Lummus)

17th TRW Hosts Student Thanksgiving

The Student Thanksgiving serving staff stand for a group photo at the Crossroads Student Ministry Center, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 22, 2024. The serving staff was made up of the Chapel team, base leadership and San Angelo community members who wanted to give back to the students with a chance to bond with their friends and teammates over Thanksgiving food. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brian Lummus)
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Students assigned to the 17th Training Wing enjoy a meal together at the Crossroads Student Ministry Center during Student Thanksgiving at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 22, 2024. Every year, the 17th TRW takes a step back from its vigorous training to prioritize the health and wellness of its most valued assets; its students. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brian Lummus)

17th TRW Hosts Student Thanksgiving

Students assigned to the 17th Training Wing enjoy a meal together at the Crossroads Student Ministry Center during Student Thanksgiving at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 22, 2024. Every year, the 17th TRW takes a step back from its vigorous training to prioritize the health and wellness of its most valued assets; its students. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brian Lummus)
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U.S. Air Force Maj. James Bond, 17th Training Wing chaplain speaks at the Crossroads Student Ministry Center for Student Thanksgiving at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 22, 2024. Volunteers provide students with food for Thanksgiving every year as a token of appreciation for all their hard work during technical training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brian Lummus)

17th TRW Hosts Student Thanksgiving

U.S. Air Force Maj. James Bond, 17th Training Wing chaplain speaks at the Crossroads Student Ministry Center for Student Thanksgiving at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 22, 2024. Volunteers provide students with food for Thanksgiving every year as a token of appreciation for all their hard work during technical training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brian Lummus)
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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.