Army Air Forces Basic Flying School (Pecos Army Air Field, Tex.)
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The Army Air Forces Basic Flying School at Pecos Army Air Field in Texas served as a key training site during World War II, preparing pilots for advanced combat roles. Located in the West Texas desert, the field provided ideal conditions for flight training with its vast open skies and minimal distractions. Thousands of cadets passed through Pecos, learning essential flying skills before continuing their military aviation careers.