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About this Unit

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482d Fighter Wing

U.S. Air Force

The 482d Fighter Wing is a United States Air Force unit based at Homestead Air Reserve Base in Florida. It is composed of several squadrons and is equipped with F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft. The wing is responsible for providing combat-ready forces for air and space operations worldwide. Additionally, it supports humanitarian and disaster relief efforts as needed.

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About 482d Fighter Wing

About this Unit

The 482d Fighter Wing is a United States Air Force unit based at Homestead Air Reserve Base in Florida. It is composed of several squadrons and is equipped with F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft. The wing is responsible for providing combat-ready forces for air and space operations worldwide. Additionally, it supports humanitarian and disaster relief efforts as needed.

Historical Facts

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.