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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

Driven to inspire: 331st RCS joins with drivers at Formula DRIFT

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  • By Airman 1st Class Nelvis Sera
  • 42nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs

 

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VIDEO | 00:49 | Driven to inspire: 331st RCS joins with drivers at Formula DRIFT
 

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE,Ala.-- Branden and Amanda Sorensen, Air Force Recruiting Service, sponsored motorsports athlete, joined forces with the 331st Recruiting Squadron at Formula Drift Atlanta May 10, 2025.

From interactive stations to hands-on recruiting engagements, attendees got an inside look at what it takes to serve.

The Sorensens headlined the weekend with a special autograph signing and meet-and-greet on Saturday evening, connecting with fans and sharing how motorsports and military service align in discipline, speed, and precision.

The 331 RCS’s mission is to “Inspire, Engage, and Recruit future Airmen to deliver airpower for America.” They are headquartered at Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Alabama and play a crucial role in sustaining the combat capability of the U.S. Air Force by recruiting qualified individuals from their designated regions.

For more information: (334) 953-0331

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.