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Final Basic Sensor Operator Course class graduates at JBSA-Randolph
March 10, 2025 — The U.S. Air Force marked the end of an era Feb. 14 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 by the Multi-Domain Operations Aviator Course (MOAC), reflecting the Air Force’s evolving mission requirements and focus on multi-domain operations... MORE

Colombian Special Operations leaders visit 558th Flying Training Squadron
August 4, 2022 — Colombian air force Special Operations Forces leaders visited with the 558th Flying Training Squadron June 27 to better understand the training and capabilities of U.S. Air Force remotely piloted aircraft... MORE

Colombian Special Operations leaders visit the 558th FTS

12th Flying Training Wing NCO recognized by local chamber
June 22, 2022 — Staff Sgt. Williana Lopez, 558th Flying Training Squadron basic senor operator course instructor, was recognized as the "Hidden Hero" for the month of June by the Schertz, Cibolo, Selma, Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee June 21, 2022, at the Schertz monthly Chamber luncheon. ... MORE

Staff Sgt. Williana Lopez, 558th Flying Training Squadron basic senor operator course instructor, was recognized as the "Hidden Hero" for the month of June by the Schertz, Cibolo, Selma, Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee June 21, 2022 at the Schertz monthly Chamber luncheon.

558th FTS student receives 2020 Air Force Academy Cadet of the Year award
March 25, 2021 — The Air Force announced the winner of the 2020 U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet of the Year earlier this year, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the award ceremony was postponed... MORE

Initial virtual ceremonies provide templates for 12th Flying Training Wing
May 1, 2020 — As social distancing and shelter-in-place efforts intensified in April as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, two 12th Flying Training Wing units kept in step with public health directives by conducting the wing’s first virtual ceremonies... MORE

As social distancing and shelter-in-place efforts intensified in April as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, two 12th Flying Training Wing units kept in step with public health directives by conducting the wing’s first virtual ceremonies.

558th Flying Training Squadron uses 3-D tech to fight COVID-19
April 21, 2020 — The 558th Flying Training Squadron uses 3-D printing technology to produce face shields for the 559th Medical Group at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph... MORE

The 558th Flying Training Squadron produced face shields using a 3-D printer.

558th Flying Training Squadron holds virtual change of command
April 7, 2020 — The 558th Flying Training Squadron conducted a virtual change of command ceremony April 3 at Crawford Hall, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph... MORE

The 558th Flying Training Squadron is located at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas.

Psychologist helps remote aviators reach their goals
January 9, 2020 — Alarmed by the high suicide numbers in the Air Force, Lt. Col. Eric Bissonette, felt compelled to do something. The 558th Flying Training Squadron Commander oversees training of all Air Force and Marine remotely piloted aircraft pilots and basic sensor operators. Bisonette knows it is a stressful environment... MORE

Dr. Julie Landry listens to an Airman during a new student briefing at the 558th Flying Training Squadron at JBSA-Randolph. As the unit psychologist, she teaches students and staff resiliency.