# Saving the Air Force’s Flying Training Reserve | Colorado Springs News

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Podcast: [Colorado Springs News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/colorado-springs-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7559285)
Published: 2026-07-25T01:11:34+00:00
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Congress is pushing to keep a vital Air Force Academy reserve unit alive, arguing it’s essential for giving cadets their first flying experience. The 71st Flying Training Squadron, which provides over a quarter of the Academy’s flight training, is at risk of closure — but lawmakers say cutting it would erase critical expertise and real-world aviation experience. Backed by $4 million and championed by Rep. Jeff Crank, the proposal forces the Air Force to prove it can replace this irreplaceable training. These reservists, many with airline backgrounds, train cadets in everything from gliders to parachuting — and even got a firsthand taste when Crank flew with a cadet himself. This isn’t just about preserving a program — it’s about keeping the pipeline for future pilots strong and ensuring every cadet gets a real shot at aviation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/87a45bb61d7e59c1

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