445 ABW

• Unit Designation: The 445th Airlift Wing (445 AW) is an Air Force Reserve Command unit located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. • Origins: The wing traces its lineage back to the 445th Troop Carrier Wing, activated in 1952 during the Korean War era as a reserve unit. • Aircraft Evolution: The 445 AW has operated a diverse set of aircraft, including the C-119 Flying Boxcar, C-124 Globemaster II, C-141 Starlifter, and currently the C-17 Globemaster III. • Operation Desert Storm: The unit played a vital role during Operation Desert Storm in 1991, flying airlift and aeromedical evacuation missions. • Humanitarian Relief: The 445 AW has supported numerous humanitarian missions, including relief efforts after Hurricane Katrina and the 2010 Haiti earthquake. • 9/11 Response: Following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, the 445th provided critical airlift support for both military and humanitarian missions. • Aeromedical Evacuation: The wing’s 445th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron is renowned for its rapid deployment capability, saving countless lives in combat and disaster zones. • Global Reach: The 445 AW routinely conducts missions around the world, including in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, demonstrating the Air Force’s global mobility. • Community Engagement: The unit is known for strong community ties, regularly participating in local education, veteran, and civic events in the Dayton, Ohio area. • Decorations and Honors: The 445 AW has earned multiple Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards and other honors for its excellence in mission performance and service.