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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

97th AMW celebrates newly inducted NCOs

  • Published
  • By Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss
  • 97th Air Mobility Wing Public
ALTUS AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. --  

The 97th Air Mobility Wing celebrated a significant milestone by hosting its first ever noncommissioned officer induction ceremony at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Jan. 16, 2025.

The event marked the transition of selected Senior Airmen into the rank of Staff Sgt. - the first echelon of the NCO tier - acknowledging their dedication to the Air Force and their leadership.

Staff Sgt. Jeremy Scott, a new NCO inducted at the event, expressed what this accomplishment meant to him.

“This means the entire world to me,” he said. “This was my last chance to become an NCO. This accomplishment separates me from who I was and pushes me to become someone better.”

Tech. Sgt. Samantha Hunt, 54th Air Refueling Squadron standards and evaluations flight chief and NCO induction ceremony event organizer stated the significance of the event.

"This is a major accomplishment for the new NCOs, and we want to celebrate it accordingly," Hunt said. "This is the first event of its kind on Altus Air Force Base, and we want to highlight and celebrate these amazing Airmen."

The newly inducted NCOs who attended the event were:

Staff Sgt. Brooke Belmonte-Griffin

Senior Airman Jack Brown

Senior Airman Derrick Blake

Senior Airman Jesse Hancock

Staff Sgt. Devin King

Senior Airman Tyler Mantoni

Staff Sgt. Avion Mickens

Senior Airman Tessah Moak

Senior Airman Michele Perrone

Senior Airman Michael Backenstoes

Senior Airman Nina Quintana

Senior Airman Michael Swezey

Senior Airman Ashton Jolly

Senior Airman Jeremy Scott

The ceremony not only honored the achievements of these Airmen but also reinforced the importance of leadership and service within the military community.

To see more photos from the event, visit: 

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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.