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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

  • Day of Discovery: Over 100 JROTC Cadets Explore Military Life

    A Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps cadets receive a tour at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, June 26, 2024. JROTC members partook in hands-on activities at various units, gaining insights into potential military careers in support of recruitment efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior

  • Reserve recruiter knows first-hand the benefits of ‘staying blue’

    When Master Sgt. Jason Madigan talks to active-duty Airmen about possibly making the switch over to the Air Force Reserve, he knows exactly what he’s talking about.After serving nine years as a firefighter and two years as a recruiter for the active-duty component of the Air Force, Madigan decided

  • U.S. Air Force Recruiting Finishes Three Days of Detroit Area Blitzes

    The Air Force rock band, Flight One from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, joined forces with local Detroit recruiters and an Air Force Recruiting Service blitz team at local schools for three days filled with concerts and information about joining the Air Force from Nov. 15-18, 2022. The band

  • JBSA - Randolph | Bodybuilding helps recruiter lift the weight of life

    JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas-- “Make muscles not excuses” is the motto one recruiter uses to describe her current situation.Master Sgt. Lisa Schuur, of the 332nd Recruiting Squadron, recently walked away with five first place medals after competing in her first National Physique Committee

  • Airman overcomes alopecia journey by motivating others to be resilient

    Guilt, shame, denial, and acceptance are all words one civilian Airman uses to describe his journey with alopecia.At the same time Charles Lyles was stepping into a new position with the 348th Recruiting Squadron in August 2018, he was also preparing his mind to step out in letting people know about

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.