Latest "47th Flying Training Wing" stories

Air Force changes formation approach rules — again — after fatal training jet crash

Second Lt. Anthony Wentz, 23, died in November 2021 while attempting a two-jet formation approach with two instructor pilots on a runway at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas.

By Rachel S. Cohen

8 months ago

Laughlin Air Force Base identifies student pilot killed in T-38C mishap Friday

Laughlin Air Force Base in Texas has identified the pilot killed in the mishap involving two T-38 Talons Friday as a student aviator.

By Kent Miller

15 months ago

One dead, two injured in T-38C mishap at Laughlin Air Force Base

Seven people have died in T-38 Talon accidents since October 2017.

By Rachel S. Cohen

15 months ago

‘Be a bro’: How a commander’s sexism derailed this pilot training class — and brought down AETC leaders

There are two types of women who fly in Combat Air Forces, a female student pilot was told by her flight commander in early 2018.

By Stephen Losey

3 years ago

Airman found dead at Laughlin dorm; investigation under way

The 19-year-old airman had only been in the Air Force since February.

By Stephen Losey

3 years ago

Looped at Laughlin: Investigation slams booze culture, absentee leadership

An inestigative report raises concerns about lapses in good order and discipline at the 47th Flying Training Wing, criticizes its absentee leadership, and expresses concerns about the alcohol culture there.

By Stephen Losey

4 years ago