ENJJPT hosts Steering Committee 91 at Sheppard AFB Published April 8, 2026 By 1st Lt. Elizabeth Notice 80th Flying Training Wing SHEPPARD AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Senior leaders from the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training program convened at Sheppard Air Force Base, March 23-27, 2026, for Steering Committee 91, reinforcing their commitment to advancing the world’s only internationally manned and led pilot training program while addressing future modernization. Held twice annually, the ENJJPT Steering Committee brings together representatives from 14 partner nations to evaluate training operations, align strategic priorities and ensure the program continues to meet the evolving demands of NATO airpower. “Steering Committee 91 reflects our shared commitment to both sustaining current training excellence and preparing for the future,” said Belgian Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrick Goossens, ENJJPT Steering Committee chairman. “As we address challenges in resources and standardization, our multinational partnership remains the foundation that ensures ENJJPT continues to deliver highly capable pilots for NATO.” Key discussions during SC91 included planning for the T-7A Red Hawk bed down, student standards across partner nations, and initiatives to improve the quality of life for NATO families assigned to ENJJPT. U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Gregory Kreuder, 19th Air Force commander, participated in SC91 discussions, underscoring U.S. Air Forces commitment to sustaining pilot production while preparing for the T-7A Red Hawk transition. Leaders also reviewed wing structure and long-term strategies to sustain operational effectiveness. Despite ongoing resource and manning constraints identified in previous steering committees, the 80th Flying Training Wing continues to deliver strong results. “While we are operating in a resource-constrained environment, our team continues to perform at an exceptional level,” said Col. Jeffrey Shulman, 80th Flying Training Wing commander. “We are achieving production rates not seen in over a decade, which speaks to the dedication, innovation and resilience of our multinational team.” Decisions made during SC91 helped shape ENJJPT’s training, modernization efforts and personnel initiatives in the years ahead, reinforcing its role as the premier fighter pilot training program for NATO and its allies. The next Steering Committee will convene in September 2026. About ENJJPT The Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training program is the world’s only internationally manned and led pilot training program, producing NATO’s next generation of fighter pilots. Established in 1981, ENJJPT is based at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, and includes 14 partner nations committed to training, developing and strengthening allied airpower through integrated instruction and cooperation. More information on ENJJPT here.