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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

Operation Blue Suit celebrates Air Force’s top recruiters

  • Published
  • By Olivia Mendoza Sencalar
  • Air Force Accessions Center
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas --  

The Air Force Recruiting Service annually honors the most exceptional Air Force recruiters with the Total Force Operation Blue Suit award.

Initiated in 1979, this esteemed tradition initially honored a group of recruiters who exceeded all targets, demonstrated exceptional leadership, and made significant contributions to the mission. Continuing this legacy, the fiscal year 2025 recipients set themselves apart, overcame obstacles, and blazed trails for future recruiters.

The program recognizes the best recruiters worldwide for their efforts in recruiting a high-quality volunteer force to fill career fields critical to the Air Force in accomplishing its missions.

This year’s 14 honorees were selected from more than 2,100 Air Force Recruiting Service recruiters serving across the United States, as well as in England, Germany, Italy, Japan, Puerto Rico, Guam and the Virgin Islands.

Fiscal year 2025 Operation Blue Suit XLVII winners are:

  • Master Sgt. James McCullough, 360th Recruiting Group, 318th Recruiting Squadron
  • Staff Sgt. Cody Scavuzzo, 360th Recruiting Group, 337th Recruiting Squadron
  • Tech. Sgt. Abdoulie Bah, 367th Recruiting Group, 350th Recruiting Squadron
  • Master Sgt. Justin Schutz, 367th Recruiting Group, 350th Recruiting Squadron
  • Master Sgt. Shaun Kho, 369th Recruiting Group, 333rd Recruiting Squadron
  • Master Sgt. Justin Dougherty, 369th Recruiting Group, 333rd Recruiting Squadron
  • Tech. Sgt. Matthew Marques, 369th Recruiting Group, 330th Recruiting Squadron
  • Master Sgt. Jason Milner, 369th Recruiting Group, 330th Recruiting Squadron
  • Master Sgt. Lindsey Reames, 369th Recruiting Group 342nd Recruiting Squadron
  • Master Sgt. Serafin Rosa, 369th Recruiting Group, 342nd Recruiting Squadron
  • Staff Sgt. Nicholette Alonge, 372nd Recruiting Group, 368th Recruiting Squadron
  • Tech. Sgt. Stetson Long, Air Force Recruiting Service Communications
  • Tech. Sgt. Alexis Yates, Air National Guard, 121st Air Refueling Wing
  • Tech. Sgt. Michael Evans, Air National Guard, 172nd Airlift Wing

To explore full and part-time opportunities within the Air Force and Space Force, visit www.AirForce.com or www.SpaceForce.com. To speak with a recruiter near you, click here.

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.