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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.

 

 

12FTW Units

aircraft mechanic, performs maintenance 12th Maintenance Group
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Articles

CSAF Letter to Airmen on Standards

  • Published
  • By Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin
  • Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

Fellow Airmen,

Earlier this month I released a video explaining why our service is reviewing certain policies and standards to ensure they are easy to understand, easy to comply with, and easy to enforce across our entire Air Force. Today, I am following through on my promise to swiftly distribute updates.

As my Follow Through memorandum states, we must renew our commitment to a culture of adherence to standards with shared “First Principles.” The changes outlined in the Update to DAFI 36-2903 memorandum serve as the first update to guidance for Air Force personnel and is effective Feb. 1, 2025. The attached Guidance Memorandum codifies these updates. Finally, the Air Force Surgeon General released updated Medical Guidance for Shaving Profiles to Military Treatment Facilities. In addition to reading these four documents, I encourage all of you to review the videos below, which offer additional background and context on the updates.

Air Force Standards Update – Tabs, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin

Air Force Standards Update – Shaving Profiles, Air Force Surgeon General, Lt. Gen. John DeGoes

As you review the memoranda and take action to ensure compliance, never forget that discipline and accountability are, and always will be, the backbone of an effective and lethal fighting force. Complying with and enforcing standards demonstrates shared commitment to our winning team, as well as an understanding of the gravity of our profession in today’s volatile security environment.

Thank you for your dedication to our Air Force and to our nation.

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.