107th fighter wing

• Origins in World War II: The 107th Fighter Wing traces its lineage to the 107th Observation Squadron, which was organized in 1942 during World War II. • Michigan Roots: The unit is part of the Michigan Air National Guard and has been based at Selfridge Air National Guard Base for most of its history. • Aircraft Evolution: Over the decades, the unit has flown a diverse set of aircraft including the P-39 Airacobra, F-84 Thunderjet, F-100 Super Sabre, A-7 Corsair II, and F-16 Fighting Falcon. • Vietnam War Service: The 107th Tactical Fighter Squadron (the flying squadron of the wing) was activated during the Vietnam War and deployed pilots and support personnel to Southeast Asia. • Gulf War Activation: The 107th was activated for Operation Desert Storm in 1990-1991, providing vital air support and personnel overseas. • Transition to Refueling Mission: In the 1990s, the unit was redesignated as the 107th Air Refueling Wing and operated KC-135 Stratotankers for aerial refueling missions. • Homeland Defense: After the September 11, 2001 attacks, the 107th played a key role in Operation Noble Eagle, flying homeland defense air patrols over major U.S. cities. • Global Deployments: Members of the 107th have supported operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other locations as part of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. • Humanitarian Missions: The wing has participated in disaster relief operations, including Hurricane Katrina response and other state and national emergencies. • Modern Mission: The unit is currently known as the 127th Wing, but the 107th designation survives in its flying squadron, maintaining a proud tradition of service in both fighter and refueling roles.