156th Air Wing

The 156th Air Wing is a unit of the Puerto Rico Air National Guard, originally established in 1947 as the 198th Fighter Squadron. Over the decades, the unit has undergone several redesignations and mission changes, transitioning from flying fighter aircraft to airlift and support roles. Notably, the 156th played a key role in disaster relief operations following hurricanes and supported U.S. military operations during the Global War on Terror. Currently, the 156th Air Wing operates from Muñiz Air National Guard Base in Carolina, Puerto Rico, focusing on contingency response and homeland defense missions.