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AETC Commander Visit

Lt. Gen. Brian Robinson, Air Education and Training Command commander, and Chief Master Sergeant Chad Bickley AETC Command Chief, met with local civic leaders from the City of Columbus and surrounding communities to show their appreciation for continued support of the 14th Flying Training Wing mission to train world-class pilots. Maintaining productive community relations programs between the communities surrounding Columbus Air Force Base amplifies outreach efforts such as recruiting, aviation education, civilian career opportunities, and positive economic impacts. (U.S. Air Force photo by A1C Morgan Cooper)

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Pilot Sharpshooter

U.S. Air Force Capt. Seth Carozza, 14th Student Squadron Flight Commander and T-6A Texan II instructor pilot, poses for a photo outside the 14th Operations Group building on Aug. 15, 2025, at Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. Carozza logged over 210 sorties in the T-6A and helped over 200 student pilots earn their wings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Morgan Cooper)

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Pilot Sharpshooter

U.S. Air Force Capt. Seth Carozza, 14th Student Squadron Flight Commander and T-6A Texan II instructor Pilot, holds an M-1 Garand rifle as a member of the U.S. Air Force Rifle Team, while attending a marksmanship competition. (Courtesy photo provided by U.S. Air Force Capt. Seth Carozza)

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CRAFT wholistic training

Airmen participate in a Comprehensive Readiness for Aircrew Flying Training CRAFT demonstration led by CRAFT instructors during a capabilities briefing, May 8, 2025 on Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. CRAFT is a wholistic approach to pilot training that focuses on physical and cognitive response conditioning and mental resilience. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Javier Cruz)

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CRAFT wholistic training

A Comprehensive Readiness for Aircrew Flying Training CRAFT instructor demonstrates cognitive agility training on a touch screen-based system that challenges attention, awareness, and reaction time through simulated task-saturation scenarios, May 8, 2025 on Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. CRAFT incorporates customized fitness regimens, cognitive agility training, nutrition science, and stress management techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Javier Cruz)

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CRAFT wholistic training

Columbus Air Force Base Airmen utilize the Comprehensive Readiness for Aircrew Flying Training CRAFT gym on the 14th Operations Group campus, May 8, 2025. CRAFT leverages the proven frameworks of high-performance sports programs to optimize cognitive and physical readiness for student pilots and pilot instructors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Javier Cruz)

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Future Undergraduate Pilot Training

A 43rd Flying Training Squadron instructor pilot examines a T-6A Texan II before flight at Columbus Air Force Base, Miss., May 13, 2025. The flight was part of the curriculum for the first graduating Future Undergraduate Pilot Training (FUPT) class, a reimagined training model designed to produce highly qualified pilots on an accelerated timeline. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Curzi)

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Future Undergraduate Pilot Training

An M1 Support Services T-6A Texan II mechanic observes as an instructor pilot and student in Future Undergraduate Pilot Training (FUPT) perform final checks before flight at Columbus Air Force Base, Miss., May 13, 2025. The first FUPT class has successfully graduated, underscoring the Air Force's commitment to competency-based learning, data-driven program refinement and newly-minted aviators meeting the highest standards of quality and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Curzi)

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Future Undergraduate Pilot Training

The first graduating class from the Future Undergraduate Pilot Training model pose for a group photo before the start of the official graduation ceremony on May 16, 2025, at the Columbus Event Center on Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. The pilot graduates completed over 100 flight hours to earn their private pilot certificate, instrument rating, and multi-engine rating as part of a new Initial Pilot Training to gain basic piloting competencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sharon Ybarra)

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Future Undergraduate Pilot Training

Technical Sergeant Tristen Brown, 14th Operation Support Squadron Aerospace Physiology Instructor, teaches a student pilot from the Future Undergraduate Pilot Training program in class 26-01AB on the lateral drift trainer at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 14, 2025. The first graduating class from the Future Undergraduate Pilot Training model represents a true proof of concept for the program designed to help the U.S. Air Force reach its goal of generating 1500 pilots annually. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Sharon Ybarra)

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Future Undergraduate Pilot Training

Airman 1st Class Bryson Esmond, 14th Operation Support Squadron Aerospace Physiology Technician, instructs Future Undergraduate Pilot Training (FUPT) student pilots in the Altitude Chamber at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 13, 2025. The first FUPT graduates demonstrated a successful proof of concept test, highlighting the program’s potential to increase pilot production while maintaining high standards. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Sharon Ybarra)

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AETC Commanders Trophy

Brigadier General Andrew S. Rendon, and 2d Lt Brandon E. Alcorn, UPT graduate, pose for a photo with the Air Education and Training Command commander’s trophy during a combined graduation ceremony on April 18, 2025, at the Event Center on Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. The AETC trophy recognizes top commander ranking and academic excellence in pilot training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Elizabeth Owens)

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AETC Commanders Trophy

Brigadier General Andrew S. Rendon, and 2d Lt Brandon E. Alcorn, UPT graduate, pose for a photo with the Air Education and Training Command commander’s trophy during a combined graduation ceremony on April 18, 2025, at the Event Center on Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. The AETC trophy recognizes top commander ranking and academic excellence in pilot training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Elizabeth Owens)

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AETC Commanders Trophy

Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 25-05 graduation speaker Col. Jason R. Herring and Capt Jared L. Holsclaw, pose for a photo with the Air Education and Training Command commander’s trophy during the official graduation ceremony on February 14, 2024, at the Columbus Events Center on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. Holsclaw was also recognized as the Distinguished Graduate, receiving the Distinguished Graduate Award. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Duncan-Doublin)

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Class 24-13 graduation ceremony

Col. Kevin R. “Buddy” Lee, Air War College commander, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, and 1st Lt. James E. Chase, pose for a photo with the Air Education and Training Command commander’s trophy during the Class 24-13 graduation ceremony on Aug 29, 2024, at the Columbus Events Center. Seventeen student pilots graduated from Undergraduate Pilot Training and will continue to additional follow-on training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Duncan-Doublin)

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UPT 24-12 Graduation

Col. Nicholas S. Lofthouse, 14th Operations Group commander and 2nd Lt. Blake Harbison pose for a photo with the Air Education and Training Command Commander’s Trophy during the graduation ceremony for Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 24-12, on 2 August 2024, at the Columbus Event Center on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. Twenty-one student pilots completed UPT and will continue on to their next phase of training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Elizabeth Owens)

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UPT Class 24-09 Graduation

Col. Denny R. Davies, 19th Airlift Wing commander, Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, presents 2nd Lt. Kodi J. Wells with the Air Education and Training Command commanders' trophy during the Undergraduate Pilot Training graduation ceremony for class 24-09 on May 31, 2024, at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. In addition, Wells also received the Flying Training Award and graduated as a Distinguished Graduate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Duncan-Doublin)

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Class 24-06 UPT Graduation

Col. Joseph Matt Diaz, United States Air Force Academy, Department Head, presents 2nd Lt. Lance H. Fry with the Order of Daedalians Air Education and Training Command Commander's Trophy on March 15, 2024 at the Kaye Auditorium. The award is presented to the most outstanding graduate of the class from each track of training. The recipient of the award attained the highest overall rating in all facets of training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Elizabeth Owens)

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AETC Commander's Cup Trophy

Col. Joseph Matt Dietz, United States Air Force Academy, Department Head presents the Oder of Daedalians Air Education and Training Command Commander's Trophy to 2nd Lt. Lance H. Fry during the Class 24-06 Undergraduate Pilot Training graduation ceremony, on March 15, 2024. This award is presented to the most outstanding graduate of the class from each track of training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Elizabeth Owens)

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Class 24-05 Graduation

U.S. Air Force Gen. Mike Minihan, Air Mobility Command commander, speaks to the newly graduated class of 24-05 at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, February 2, 2024. Minihan visited Columbus AFB to learn how its multi-capable Airmen are working to streamline Undergraduate Pilot Training and enhance its mission of producing the world class pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Doublin)

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