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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
12th Maintenance Group
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Photo of an undergaraduate combat systems officer graduation 479th Flying Training Group
479th Flying Training Group
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An Airman inspects an aircraft 12th Operations Group
12th Operations Group
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Articles

  • ASU ROTC trains with GAFB

    Cadets from Angelo State University’s Air Force ROTC participated in an annual field training exercise at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, March 1, 2024.

  • UNO AFROTC Detachment collaborates on Huey landing and recruiting event

    OMAHA, Neb. -- Students, staff, alumni and cadets gathered to watch the unprecedented landing of an Air Force UH-1N Iroquois “Huey” helicopter Nov. 10, 2023 on the University of Nebraska Omaha campus. The landing was a collaboration between UNO’s Air Force ROTC Detachment 470 and the 40th

  • 17 TRW partners with ASU ROTC for Drill Down

    Goodfellow Air Force Base hosted the 17th Training Wing Drill Down Competition at Mathis Field, November 17. Angelo State University ROTC cadets; the 312th, 313th and 315th Training Squadrons; as well as the 533rd TRS Detachment 1, competed against each other in two categories: drill movement and

  • Air Force, University of Chicago celebrate AFROTC detachment activation

    University of Chicago officials hosted the Honorable Alex Wagner, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Manpower and Reserve Affairs, other Department of the Air Force senior leaders and several community leaders from across Illinois as the university welcomed the newest addition to its Military

  • TCU ROTC cadets experience mission, culture at Altus AFB

    Air Force cadets from Texas Christian University visited Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Sept. 14-15, 2023. During the two-day tour, the cadets interacted with Airmen and leaders across the base and gained insight on how different units work together in the Air Force.

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.