165th Airlift Wing

The 165th Airlift Wing is a unit of the Georgia Air National Guard, stationed at Savannah Air National Guard Base in Savannah, Georgia. Established in 1958, the unit originally flew transport missions with the C-97 Stratofreighter before transitioning to the C-130 Hercules aircraft, which it continues to operate today. Throughout its history, the 165th Airlift Wing has participated in numerous major operations, including support for Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and humanitarian missions worldwide. The unit is recognized for its excellence in airlift operations and its vital role in both national defense and disaster relief efforts.