104th Air National Guard

The 104th Air National Guard, officially known as the 104th Fighter Wing, traces its lineage to the 104th Observation Squadron established in 1947 at Barnes Air National Guard Base in Westfield, Massachusetts. Over the decades, the unit has transitioned through various aircraft, including the F-86 Sabre, F-100 Super Sabre, and A-10 Thunderbolt II, before receiving the F-15C Eagle in 2007. The 104th has supported both domestic and overseas operations, ranging from homeland defense under Operation Noble Eagle to combat deployments in the Middle East. Recognized for its excellence, the unit continues its mission of providing ready, reliable air superiority and support to both state and national objectives.