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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
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Articles

  • JBSA | Military training leaders share experiences as Force Generators

    The buzz word going around Air Education and Training Command, “Force Generator,” is composed of various developmental special duty positions held by hand-picked, multi-capable Airmen. Here at the 37th Training Wing, there are 48 military training leaders, whose mission is to mentor, train, and lead

  • Goodfellow | MTLs: Generating tomorrow’s Airmen, today

    From the courageous firefighting professionals at every base to the meticulous intelligence specialists operating around the globe, there is not a single Air Force mission in these career fields carried out without the support of a 17th Training Wing alumni. These graduates learn much more than just

  • Keesler | Training effective leaders to better the future force

    Second Air Force has rolled out the first Deliberate Leadership Education program for Military Training Leaders across the Air Force on Aug. 16.With inspiration from MTLs across the technical training pipeline’s feedback, DLE was designed with the Deliberate Leadership Development programs in place

  • MTLs offer a career preview

    KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss.-- As Airmen promote and join the ranks of NCOs, time distances them from the innovations of the training pipeline.The continuous evolution of training brings forth the adaptation of Military Training Leaders.Keesler’s Master Military Training Leader team saw this

  • MTL of the Year inspired by family, colleagues

    JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – Inspired by a deeply rooted military household with a history of service and self-sacrifice, Tech. Sgt. Austin Meier grew up unwaveringly willing to serve. It wasn’t just one parent in Meier’s family who committed to defending our nation. His parents,

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.