38th Flying Training Wing (U.S. Army Air Forces)

The 38th Flying Training Wing (FTW) was a training unit of the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) during World War II. It was responsible for the advanced flight training of pilots, primarily in multi-engine aircraft, preparing them for combat duty overseas.

The Wing oversaw several flying training groups and squadrons at various airfields in the United States. These groups conducted specialized training in bomber aircraft and transport aircraft, including navigation, bombing techniques, formation flying, and long-range flying. The 38th FTW ensured that graduates were proficient in all aspects of operating these aircraft types and were ready to transition to operational units upon graduation.

The Wing's activation date and specific inactivation date are typically available in official Air Force historical records. Further research into archival materials is recommended to determine the precise locations of subordinate units and the types of aircraft used in training. After the war, the need for such intensive training diminished, and many training wings were inactivated or reorganized.