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  • Lt. Col. John Lowe Assumes Command of 435th Fighter Training Squadron

    Lt. Col. Georges DeWilde relinquished command of the 435th Fighter Training Squadron to Lt. Col. John Lowe during a change of command ceremony held April 3, 2025, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.The ceremony, a time-honored military tradition, marked the conclusion of DeWilde’s tenure leading the

  • 12th FTW Implements Paintball Deterrent to Reduce Bird Strike Risk

    To reduce the risk of bird strikes during flying operations, the 12th Flying Training Wing will implement a new bird deterrent method this spring and summer.From March 24 through May 31, Wing Safety officials will utilize clear, dye-free, paintballs to discourage birds from roosting in trees

  • Final Basic Sensor Operator Course Class Graduates at JBSA-Randolph

    The U.S. Air Force marked the end of an era Friday as the 558th Flying Training Squadron graduated its final Basic Sensor Operator Course (BSOC) class of 13 students at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. The course, originally developed to prepare airmen for MQ-9 Reaper operations, is being replaced

  • 12th FTW Fourth Quarter Award Winners

    The 12th Flying Training Wing is proud to recognize its outstanding Airmen and civilians who have gone above and beyond to exemplify excellence, professionalism, and dedication to the mission during the fourth quarter of 2024.These exceptional individuals represent the best of the Wing, showcasing

  • Lt. Col. Stallard Takes Command of the 560th Flying Training Squadron

    In a ceremony steeped in military tradition, Lt. Col. Timothy Fulkerson relinquished command of the 560th Flying Training Squadron to Lt. Col. Joshua Stallard on Monday, December 16, 2024, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.The event marked the end of Lt. Col. Fulkerson’s tenure as commander of the

  • Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Cooking and Fire Prevention

    Thanksgiving is a time for family, gratitude, and delicious meals, but it’s also the peak day for home cooking fires, according to the Air Force Safety Center. To ensure your holiday is safe, the center has shared essential food preparation and fire safety tips.Before Cooking the Turkey Read Labels