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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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CAFB Announces 2024 Annual Awards Winners

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

The 14th Flying Training Wing recently recognized the 2024 Annual Awards nominees and winners on Feb. 21, 2025, at the Columbus Event Center. The Annual Awards program recognizes the significant achievements of personnel across the installation.  

The Annual Awards ceremony is a time-honored tradition Air Force wide that recognizes significant achievement in pursuit of supporting the Air Force mission. Columbus AFB adopted a less formal social experience featuring a sports theme complete with specialized unit jerseys or sports jerseys representing team favorites.  

The outstanding accomplishments of these personnel not only exemplify excellence and dedication, but also strengthen the CAFB community by inspiring others, enhancing mission readiness, and fostering a culture of professionalism and service. 

The 2024 Annual Award recipients are as follows: 

    Airman: Senior Airman I’alla Brodie, 14th Operations Group 

    Non-commissioned Officer: Tech. Sgt. Ranie Boukzam, 14th Mission Support Group 

    Senior Non-commissioned Officer: Master Sgt. Aaron Farrill, 14th Mission Support Group 

    Honor Guard: Senior Airman Garrett Young, 14th Operations Group 

    Key Support Liaison: Kristen Keisler, 14th Operations Group 

    Volunteer: Rosalind Irby, 14th Medical Group  

    Civilian CAT I: Wendy L. Pennington-Nichols, 14th Medical Group 

    Civilian CAT II Non-supervisory: Michael J. McElroy, 14th Operations Group 

    Civilian CAT II Supervisory: John Wooten, 14th Mission Support Group 

    Civilian CAT III Non-supervisory: Oliver D. Erickson, 14th Operations Group 

    Civilian CAT III Supervisory: Willie J. Common, 14th Mission Support Group 

    Team: 14th Medical Group, Medical Readiness Office 

    Flight Chief: Tech. Sgt. Zachary Harmeyer, 14th Medical Group 

    First Sergeant: Master Sgt. Justin McCarty, 14th Medical Group 

    Flight Commander: 1st Lt. Lorraine Boles, Wing Staff Agencies, 14th Comptroller Squadron 

    Company Grade Officer: 1st Lt. Jessica Flores-Faisal, Wing Staff Agencies, 14th Comptroller Squadron 

    Field Grade Officer: Maj. Kenneth Underwood, 14th Operations Group 

    Instructor Pilot: Capt. Jordan Killam 

    First Assignment Instructor Pilot: Capt. Andrew Griese 

 

Congratulations to the 2024 Annual Award winners! 

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.