News

April 29, 2025
479th FTG Launches “Aviator for a Day” Program: Soaring Beyond Challenges with Ava Seymour

The 479th Flying Training Group is known for forging elite aviators and cultivating excellence in future warfighters—but a new initiative is taking that mission beyond the cockpit and into the hearts of local families. Through the newly launched “Aviator for a Day” program, the Air Force is opening
April 18, 2025
Lt. Col. Brakora Assumes Command of 12th Operations Support Squadron

The 12th Operations Support Squadron welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Lt. Col. Kenneth Brakora succeeded Lt. Col. Nicholas Harris, marking a new chapter in the squadron’s leadership.The ceremony, steeped in Air Force tradition, featured
April 16, 2025
560th FTS honors Navy POW during 52nd Annual Freedom Flyer Reunion

The 560th Flying Training Squadron marked a historic milestone during its 52nd Annual Freedom Flyer Reunion, held April 10-11, 2025, by honoring a U.S. Navy pilot for the first time in the unit’s long-standing tradition of recognizing former prisoners of war.Retired U.S. Navy Capt. David Carey
April 14, 2025
AETC Commander Launches Immersive Learning Challenge to Airmen; Proposals Due May 15

The Commander's Challenge calls upon AETC units to develop innovative proposals that leverage immersive learning technology, like Dreamscape Learn, to transform their training programs. Submissions are due via email to AETC.ELE.Workflow@us.af.mil NLT 15 May 2025.
April 4, 2025
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
April 2, 2025
19th Air Force commander observes combat systems officer training at 479th Flying Training Group

Maj. Gen. Gregory Kreuder, 19th Air Force commander, visited the 479th Flying Training Group (FTG) from March 24-26 as part of a regional tour aimed at strengthening collaboration and ensuring the efficient and effective training of Combat Systems Officers (CSOs) for the U.S. Air Force.During the
March 24, 2025
12th FTW Airman Honored as Hidden Hero by The Chamber’s Military Affairs Committee

On March 18, 2025, Airman First Class Joselyn Guajardo, an Aerospace Physiology Technician with the 12th Operations Support Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, was recognized as the Hidden Hero award recipient for March by The Chamber’s Military Affairs Committee, representing the cities of
March 18, 2025
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
March 18, 2025
479 Flying Training Group; Forging Combat Systems Officers for the Future Battlespace

The 479th Flying Training Group (FTG) stands at the forefront of training America’s warfighters, shaping the skills and mindset required to dominate in tomorrow’s battlespace. Through Undergraduate Combat Systems Officer Training (UCT), the 479th FTG transforms students into Combat Systems Officers
March 18, 2025
TRICARE Online Patient Portal decommissioning: Download your health records now

On April 1, the TRICARE Online Patient Portal will no longer be available. The Department of Defense’s new electronic health record — MHS GENESIS — has replaced the TOL Patient Portal. As part of the transition, the DOD is decommissioning the TOL Patient Portal.

News Search