172nd MAG Mississippi Air National Guard

The 172nd Maintenance Group (MAG) is a key component of the 172nd Airlift Wing, Mississippi Air National Guard, based at Allen C. Thompson Field in Jackson, Mississippi. Established in 1963, the unit has supported a variety of aircraft over its history, most notably the C-141 Starlifter and, since 2004, the C-17 Globemaster III. The 172nd MAG provides critical maintenance, repair, and logistical support to ensure mission readiness for both state and federal airlift operations. Over the years, the group has played a vital role in humanitarian missions, disaster relief, and overseas deployments, exemplifying excellence and reliability in support of national defense objectives.