104 Weather Flight

• Air National Guard Heritage: The 104th Weather Flight is a unit of the Air National Guard, providing meteorological support to military operations, and is part of the 193rd Special Operations Wing, Pennsylvania Air National Guard. • WWII Lineage: Its lineage can be traced back to World War II-era weather observation and forecasting units that supported U.S. Army Air Forces operations. • Combat Weather Support: The 104th Weather Flight specializes in “combat weather,” deploying with Army and Air Force units to provide real-time battlefield weather data. • Deployed Operations: Members have been deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and other overseas contingencies. • Highly Trained Specialists: The unit’s Airmen are trained in both meteorology and tactical field skills, including land navigation, survival, and communications. • Joint Force Integration: The 104th Weather Flight often integrates with Army and Special Operations units, ensuring that weather intelligence enhances mission planning and execution. • Disaster Response: Besides combat roles, the unit supports domestic emergency operations, such as hurricane disaster response and recovery missions. • Decorations and Awards: The unit has received multiple Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards for its operational excellence and service. • Innovative Technology: The 104th utilizes advanced meteorological instruments and mobile weather stations to provide forecasts in austere environments. • Community Engagement: The Flight regularly participates in community outreach, STEM events, and educational programs to promote meteorology and military service.