AETC
Military abbreviation · Military Unit and Organization
| Stands for | Air Education and Training Command |
|---|---|
| Categories | Military |
AETC stands for Air Education and Training Command, a military unit and organization abbreviation.
Air Force major command that recruits, trains and educates airmen and Guardians, running Basic Military Training, technical schools, pilot training and Air University. It is headquartered at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas.
Example: AETC is expanding pilot training classes to address the fighter pilot shortage.
Usage notes
Formed in 1993 by merging Air Training Command and Air University. AETC's Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland is the single entry point for all enlisted airmen and Space Force enlisted trainees. Undergraduate pilot training bases include Columbus, Laughlin, Sheppard and Vance.
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