440th Airlift Wing

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About 440th Airlift Wing

The 440th Airlift Wing is a reserve force unit of the United States Air Force located at Pope Field in North Carolina. The wing was initially established as the 440th Troop Carrier Group during World War II in 1943 and has since been redesignated as an airlift unit. The wing is equipped with the C-130 Hercules aircraft and provides tactical airlift support worldwide. Additionally, the 440th Airlift Wing plays a critical role in supporting humanitarian missions, disaster relief efforts, and combat operations.

Unit Members

Timothy Kathrens

U.S. Air Force

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Jack Dobson, Jr.

U.S. Air Force

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U.S. Air Force • 1976

stationed at johnson air force base in japan

U.S. Air Force • 1949

About 440th Airlift Wing

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• The 440th Airlift Wing was activated on October 8, 1943, during World War II. • It was initially designated as the 440th Troop Carrier Group and flew C-47 aircraft in support of airborne forces. • The unit was inactivated after the war but reactivated in 1947 as part of the United States Air Force Reserve. • The 440th Airlift Wing has participated in numerous humanitarian missions, including delivering relief supplies to Haiti after the 2010 earthquake. • During the Cold War, the 440th Airlift Wing was involved in airlift operations to support NATO forces in Europe. • In 1992, the unit transitioned to flying the C-130 Hercules aircraft, which it still operates today. • The 440th Airlift Wing is based at General Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. • The unit has received several awards and commendations for its service, including the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award. • Members of the 440th Airlift Wing have deployed to numerous locations around the world, including Iraq and Afghanistan. • The unit continues to play a vital role in national defense and humanitarian missions, exemplifying the Air Force Reserve's motto of "Fly, Fight, Win."