128th Air National Guard

The 128th Air National Guard, officially known as the 128th Air Refueling Wing, is based at General Mitchell Air National Guard Base in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Established in 1947, the unit originally served as a fighter group before transitioning to air refueling missions in the 1960s. Throughout its history, the 128th has provided critical aerial refueling support for U.S. and allied aircraft during major operations, including Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom. The unit operates KC-135 Stratotankers, ensuring global mobility and sustained air operations for the United States Air Force and its partners.