25 FTS

The 25th Flying Training Squadron (25 FTS) is a United States Air Force unit with a distinguished history dating back to World War II. Originally activated in 1942 as the 25th Pursuit Squadron, it served in the China-Burma-India Theater, flying missions in support of Allied forces. Over the decades, the squadron underwent several redesignations and played various roles, including tactical fighter operations during the Cold War era. Today, the 25 FTS is assigned to the 71st Flying Training Wing at Vance Air Force Base, Oklahoma, where it is responsible for training the next generation of Air Force pilots.