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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

WOTS holds second graduation

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  • By Billy Blankenship
  • Maxwell Air Force Base Public Affairs
MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. --  

Warrant Officer Training School held its second graduation at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, March 13, 2025.

Presided by Lt. Gen. Brian Robinson, Air Education and Training Command commander, WOTS graduated 30 warrant officers, sending technical experts and advisors into the force to support the cyber and IT career fields. 

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U.S. Air Force Warrant Officer graduates celebrate the completion of their eight week training course at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, Mar. 13, 2025. Class 25-2 will increase the total number of U.S. Air Force Warrant Officers to sixty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Damien Thomas)
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“What you’re doing matters,” Robinson said addressing the flights of graduates. “The character of warfare has changed quite a bit since the last great conflict. You are representatives of what that means. We are at the tip of the spear largely because the cyber, information, and air domains largely make up the difference in time it takes to cover the geography with our competitors. If you miss a critical factor in a string of code, that is the difference in success or failure of the mission. You’re going to bring that attention to detail to the table.” 

The newly established WOTS is an eight-week accessioning program designed to take technical experts and teach them how to operate as warrant officers in today’s Air Force. All candidates to date have been noncommissioned officers and bring levels of experience technically but leave their stripes as they enter the door and learn what is expected as a warrant officer. Structured around the pillars of professional warfighter, technical integrator, and credible advisor, graduates leave equipped to bring value to their new stations.  

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U.S. Air Force Warrant Officer graduates celebrate the completion of their eight week training course at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, Mar. 13, 2025. Class 25-2 will increase the total number of U.S. Air Force Warrant Officers to sixty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Damien Thomas)
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“We receive candidates who already possess the technical credibility,” said Maj. Nathan Roesler, WOTS commandant. “Our goal is to ensure the men and women that leave here are ready to weaponize that credibility paired with leadership, communication, critical thinking and problem-solving skills that will enhance their ability to be effective in the agile environment we are in today.”

Of the 30 graduates, six were Air National Guard, 23 active-duty Air Force, and one Air Force Reserves stemming from the 17W and 17Y career fields, which focus on technology and cyber operations.

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.