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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

CAFB Hosts Annual Blood Drive

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  • By Airman Joseph Curzi
  • 14th Flying Training Wing
COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. --  

The 14th Flying Training Wing hosted an annual blood drive on Jan. 24, at the Columbus Air Force Base Chapel Annex. 

The 14th Flying Training Wing partnered with Mississippi Blood Services during National Blood Donor Month with one goal in mind, save lives.  

“Donating blood can absolutely save lives,” said 1st Lt. Marcus Shanahan, 14th Healthcare Operations Squadron laboratory services flight commander. “There is a blood shortage nationally, people are still getting injured and service members are still down-range, every blood type is needed.”  

Donation only takes ten minutes and approximately one pint of blood is obtained by donors, according to the American Red Cross. One pint is enough to potentially save three to four lives, and only 6.8 million eligible people donate yearly, roughly 3% of the total U.S. population.  

“We donate for all the people that can’t,” said Airman 1st Class Lauren Bowsher, 14th Medical Group medical technician. “Personally, I don’t like needles, but this is so important to me because saving lives is a big deal.” 

The collaboration between Mississippi Blood Services, Columbus and Keesler Air Force Bases contains a one-for-one memorandum of understanding that all blood collected from the drive goes to Mississippi Blood Services but if either base needed any units of blood, they are able to reach out for those lifesaving resources. 

Over 40 CAFB personnel donated in an effort to enhance medical readiness by ensuring a reliable supply of blood for military emergency medical needs. The drive collected more than 40 units of blood playing a vital role in the direct support of National Defense.    

“When crisis hits we need to be ready and prepared, this is an awesome way for the base to contribute,” said Col. James Blech, 14th Flying Training Wing commander. “Thank you to all the Airmen and team who volunteered, this was of their own volition and understanding of the deeper importance of donating.”  

To learn more information about Mississippi Blood Services and becoming a donor, click here

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.