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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

  • Luke AFB idea is co-winner of Air Force's Spark Tank 2020

    For the first time, there was a tie at the Spark Tank 2020 competition at the Air Force Association’s Air Warfare Symposium in Orlando, as ideas from both Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, and Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, were crowned the winners.

  • Air Force senior leaders visit Senior NCOA

    Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David. L. Goldfein, the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright and Chief Master Sgt. Manny Pineiro, U.S. Air Force First Sergeant special duty manager, visited Maxwell AFB to speak to the Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy Feb. 5, 2020 at Gunter

  • CSAF visits JBSA-Lackland on Standing Watch tour

    Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein met with Airmen from the 37th Training Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland and visited other Air Force bases with Airmen who stand watch 24-7, 365 to show appreciation for their efforts, sacrifice and to recognize and increase awareness of this

  • Luke AFB team selected to present idea at Spark Tank 2020

    Spark Tank also offers Airmen the opportunity to get their ideas in front of key enabling agencies that can share expertise and resources such as funding or personnel for the projects being presented and demonstrate pathways for intrapreneurs to make their initiatives successful.

  • Air Force Chief of Staff Takes in NASCAR Race with Total Force Recruiting

    PHOENIX—The Air Force and Air Force Total Force Recruiting were on full display at the Bluegreen Vacations 500 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race at the ISM Raceway here Veterans Day weekend.Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein spent a day at the track visiting with 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.