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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

Air Force Installation Contracting Center commander visits 49th Contracting Squadron March 3, 2025

The 49th Contracting Squadron welcomed U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Lance French, Air Force Installation Contracting Center commander, at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, Feb. 24-25, 2025. French was briefed on current projects, toured various departments and commended 49th CONS staff for their recent awards.
(U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Bob Teichmann)

It was awesome returning to Holloman and especially the 49th Contracting Squadron!  The leadership in the squadron helped propel me on my 30 year career in Air Force Contracting.”
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Lance French, Air Force Installation Contracting Center commander

April Jones, 49th Contracting Squadron unit program coordinator, center, shares an album of her family military heritage with U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jennifer Nalls, Air Force Installation Contracting Center chief enlisted manager and U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Lance French, AFICC commander at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, Feb. 24, 2025.

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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Lance French, Air Force Installation Contracting Center commander, speaks during a 49th Contracting Squadron briefing at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, Feb. 25, 2025.

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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Lance French, Air Force Installation Contracting Center commander, center, and leaders of the 49th Contracting Squadron and 635th Materiel Maintenance Group watch a video about the Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources base at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, Feb. 25, 2025.

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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Lance French, Air Force Installation Contracting Center commander, left, receives a 49th Contracting Squadron shirt from U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Alan Davis, 49th CONS commander at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, Feb. 25, 2025

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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.