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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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Goodfellow celebrates 2026 staff sergeant release party

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  • By Senior Airman Brian Lummus
  • 17th Training Wing Public Affairs
GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE, Texas --  

The 17th Training Wing celebrated 42 senior airmen selected for promotion to staff sergeant during a release party, Aug. 21.

Air Force officials selected 12,671 senior airmen for promotion to staff sergeant out of the 39,774 eligible Airmen with a selection rate of 31.86 percent in the 26E5 promotion cycle.

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Marcus Naranjo, 17th Training Group senior enlisted leader, congratulates staff sergeant selects during a release party at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 21, 2026. Naranjo spoke on the responsibility and importance of being a frontline supervisor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)

Goodfellow celebrates 2026 staff sergeant release party

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Marcus Naranjo, 17th Training Group senior enlisted leader, congratulates staff sergeant selects during a release party at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 21, 2026. Naranjo spoke on the responsibility and importance of being a frontline supervisor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)
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“The rubber meets the road now,” said U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Marcus Naranjo, 17th Training Group senior enlisted leader. “The Air Force is about to give you the most valuable resource we have: the junior enlisted force. You have to lead them with character, you have to lead them with professional competence and you have to lead them from the front.”

Promotion to staff sergeant marks a pivotal point in an Airman’s career where they transition from developing supervisory and leadership skills to applying those new skills as frontline supervisors and noncommissioned officers. 

Staff sergeants are directly responsible for supervising Airmen, ensuring mission accomplishment and unit cohesion through structured feedback and mentorship. By enforcing military standards, discipline and training, staff sergeants prepare Airmen to meet operational requirements and contribute to the overall effectiveness of their units.

Congratulations to the 17th Training Wing’s newest staff sergeant selects:

Senior Airman Adrian Burrell, 517th Training Group

Senior Airman Adrian Gallegos Apodaca, 9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

Senior Airman Mia Lyons, 316th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Jeffery Johnson, 17th Communications Squadron

Senior Airman Nathan Acosta, 17th Communications Squadron

Senior Airman Samantha Akers, 17th Security Forces Squadron

Senior Airman Christian Del Mazo, 17th Security Forces Squadron

Senior Airman Renee Nicole Finona, 17th Training Wing Public Affairs

Senior Airman Maura Goodwin, 17th Security Forces Squadron

Senior Airman Tyler Hammond, 17th Communications Squadron

Senior Airman Dominique Ingram, 17th Logistic Readiness Squadron

Senior Airman Bradley Karrington, 17th Communications Squadron

Senior Airman Cade Kennedy, 316th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Everette Latson, 315th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Samiya Little, 17th Communications Squadron

Senior Airman Kadenjoseph Lizama, 17th Training Support Squadron

Senior Airman Sara Meza, 315th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Nassir Murchison, 316th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Benjamin Preidis, 17th Security Forces Squadron

Senior Airman Ruben Reyes, 17th Contracting Squadron

Senior Airman Mouhamed Sarr, 17th Contracting Squadron

Senior Airman Trey Watts, 17th Training Wing Judge Advocate

Senior Airman Tanner Haver, 312th Training Squadron

Senior Airman David Keith, 315th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Jerico Montenejo, 312th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Marie Galeng, 311th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Matthew Straka, 517th Training Group

Senior Airman Margaux Blackbriar, 314th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Anthony Chieffo, 314th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Jake Hanson, 314th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Grant Howhittier, 314th Training Squadron

Senior Airman McKenzie Roff, 314th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Phillip Safran, 314th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Jacob Day, 311th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Marina Harb, 311th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Shauna Mather, 311th Training Squadron

Senior Airman Caleb Houston, 316th Training Squadron

Senior Airman John Dickson, Goodfellow Medical Group

Senior Airman Ailynn Findley, Goodfellow Operational Medical Readiness Squadron

Senior Airman Gregory Taylor, Goodfellow Healthcare Operations Squadron

Senior Airman Mia Baldwin, Goodfellow Operational Medical Readiness Squadron

Senior Airman Breanna Centeno, Goodfellow Operational Medical Readiness Squadron

 

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Norton, 17th Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Marcus Naranjo, 17th Training Group senior enlisted leader, present Senior Airman Maura Goodwin, 17th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, with her staff sergeant select certificate during a staff sergeant release party at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 21, 2026. Promotion to staff sergeant marks a pivotal point in an Airman’s career where they transition from developing supervisory and leadership skills to applying those new skills as a frontline supervisor and noncommissioned officer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)

Goodfellow celebrates 2026 staff sergeant release party

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Norton, 17th Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Marcus Naranjo, 17th Training Group senior enlisted leader, present Senior Airman Maura Goodwin, 17th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, with her staff sergeant select certificate during a staff sergeant release party at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 21, 2026. Promotion to staff sergeant marks a pivotal point in an Airman’s career where they transition from developing supervisory and leadership skills to applying those new skills as a frontline supervisor and noncommissioned officer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kadenjoseph Lizama, 17th Training Support Squadron unit security assistant, walks through the gauntlet during a staff sergeant release party at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 21, 2026. The gauntlet is a tradition where family members, friends and coworkers congratulate Airmen selected for promotion to staff sergeant (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)

Goodfellow celebrates 2026 staff sergeant release party

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kadenjoseph Lizama, 17th Training Support Squadron unit security assistant, walks through the gauntlet during a staff sergeant release party at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 21, 2026. The gauntlet is a tradition where family members, friends and coworkers congratulate Airmen selected for promotion to staff sergeant (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)
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Staff sergeant select certificates are displayed during a staff sergeant release party at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 21, 2026. As the Air Force’s first noncommissioned officers grade, staff sergeants serve as frontline supervisors who develop subordinates, ensure mission completion and enforce military standards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)

Goodfellow celebrates 2026 staff sergeant release party

Staff sergeant select certificates are displayed during a staff sergeant release party at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 21, 2026. As the Air Force’s first noncommissioned officers grade, staff sergeants serve as frontline supervisors who develop subordinates, ensure mission completion and enforce military standards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)
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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.