482d Fighter Wing

• The 482d Fighter Wing is a unit of the United States Air Force Reserve, based at Homestead Air Reserve Base in Florida. • The wing was originally activated during World War II as the 482d Bombardment Group, flying B-17 Flying Fortress aircraft in combat missions over Europe. • After World War II, the wing was reactivated as the 482d Tactical Fighter Wing and flew F-100 Super Sabre and A-37 Dragonfly aircraft during the Vietnam War. • The 482d Fighter Wing was re-designated as a fighter unit in 1992 and began flying F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft. • In 1996, the wing was redesignated as an air refueling unit and converted to flying KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft. • During Hurricane Andrew in 1992, the 482d Fighter Wing played a critical role in disaster relief efforts, providing medical aid and supplies to the devastated areas of South Florida. • In 2005, the wing played a similar role during Hurricane Katrina, providing air support and transportation for emergency responders and supplies to New Orleans and surrounding areas. • In 2010, the 482d Fighter Wing was awarded the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award for its exceptional performance and contributions to the Air Force mission. • In 2017, the wing participated in Operation Atlantic Resolve, a NATO mission to enhance security and stability in Eastern Europe. • The 482d Fighter Wing continues to train and deploy reservists in support of various national security missions around the world.