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About 1400TH AIR BASE WING

The 1400th Air Base Wing was a United States Air Force unit established to provide base support services, primarily at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. Activated in 1948, the wing's primary mission was to offer logistical, administrative, and operational support to various tenant organizations, including Air University. Throughout its history, the 1400th Air Base Wing played a crucial role in maintaining the readiness and efficiency of Maxwell AFB, supporting training and educational missions. The unit was eventually discontinued in 1992 as the Air Force restructured its support organizations.

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Brittiany Saunders

U.S. Air Force

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Bobby Walker

U.S. Air Force

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Osan Korea Electronic Warfare Technician

51 Component Repair Squadron • U.S. Air Force • 1979

Boeing 767 Captain

U.S. Air Force • 2017

Towing Gliders

U.S. Air Force • 2000

C-141 Flight Engineer Graduation

708 Military Airlift Squadron • U.S. Air Force • 1982

About 1400TH AIR BASE WING

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Origins at Andrews AFB: The 1400th Air Base Wing was activated at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland, in 1958, serving as the host wing providing essential base support services. • Support to the President: The 1400th ABW was responsible for supporting Air Force One operations and providing logistical and security support for presidential flights. • Base Support Mission: The unit managed all installation support functions at Andrews AFB, including civil engineering, logistics, medical, and security. • Cold War Era Operations: During the Cold War, the wing played a vital role in air mobility and readiness by supporting various airlift and VIP missions. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The wing’s emblem featured a globe and wings, symbolizing its worldwide support and airlift mission. • Inactivation and Legacy: The 1400th ABW was inactivated in 1991, with its mission and personnel transitioning to the newly established 89th Airlift Wing. • Hosting Foreign Dignitaries: The unit often coordinated the arrival and departure of foreign leaders, making Andrews AFB a major gateway for diplomatic visits to the United States. • Medical Support Excellence: The 1400th ABW oversaw Malcolm Grow Medical Center, providing healthcare to thousands of service members and their families. • Key Role in National Emergencies: The wing ensured the base was ready for rapid response situations, including contingency operations involving senior government officials. • Foundation for Modern Air Base Wings: The organizational structure and practices of the 1400th ABW set standards for subsequent air base wings across the Air Force.