144th Fighter Wing California Air National Guard Base

The 144th Fighter Wing is a unit of the California Air National Guard, headquartered at the Fresno Air National Guard Base in Fresno, California. Established in 1948, the wing has a distinguished history supporting both state and federal missions, including air defense, homeland security, and overseas deployments. Over the decades, the 144th has operated several aircraft, transitioning from the F-86 Sabre to the F-16 Fighting Falcon, and currently flying the advanced F-15C Eagle. The unit has played a critical role in protecting the airspace of the western United States and responding to emergencies such as natural disasters and national security events.