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514th Air Mobility Wing

U.S. Air Force

The 514th Air Mobility Wing is a reserve wing of the United States Air Force based at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey. It is responsible for providing global airlift, aerial refueling, and aeromedical evacuation capabilities in support of national defense and humanitarian missions. The wing is composed of a variety of aircraft, including C-17 Globemaster III and KC-10 Extender aircraft. The 514th AMW plays a crucial role in ensuring the rapid and efficient movement of personnel and equipment around the world.

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During World War II, the 514th Troop Carrier Wing flew transport missions in Europe and North Africa.
The 514th Air Mobility Wing was activated in 1947 as the 514th Troop Carrier Wing, Air National Guard.
The wing was reorganized as the 514th Tactical Airlift Wing in 1963 and later as the 514th Military Airlift Wing in 1972.
In 1988, the wing was redesignated as the 514th Air Mobility Wing and has since been responsible for worldwide airlift and aerial refueling missions.
The wing has deployed to support operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other locations around the globe.
In 2012, the 514th Air Mobility Wing celebrated its 65th anniversary and received the Air Mobility Command Service Award.
The wing is based at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey.
In 2017, the wing marked its 70th anniversary with a special celebration honoring its history and contributions to the Air Force.
The wing has a long history of excellence in aerial transportation and refueling, earning numerous awards and accolades over the years.
The 514th Air Mobility Wing continues to play a vital role in supporting military operations around the world, ensuring the rapid and efficient movement of personnel and cargo.

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U.S. Air Force Military Retiree · 2007 - 2011

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U.S. Air Force · 1975 - 1981

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About 514th Air Mobility Wing

About this Unit

Historical Facts

During World War II, the 514th Troop Carrier Wing flew transport missions in Europe and North Africa.
The 514th Air Mobility Wing was activated in 1947 as the 514th Troop Carrier Wing, Air National Guard.
The wing was reorganized as the 514th Tactical Airlift Wing in 1963 and later as the 514th Military Airlift Wing in 1972.
In 1988, the wing was redesignated as the 514th Air Mobility Wing and has since been responsible for worldwide airlift and aerial refueling missions.
The wing has deployed to support operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other locations around the globe.
In 2012, the 514th Air Mobility Wing celebrated its 65th anniversary and received the Air Mobility Command Service Award.
The wing is based at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey.
In 2017, the wing marked its 70th anniversary with a special celebration honoring its history and contributions to the Air Force.
The wing has a long history of excellence in aerial transportation and refueling, earning numerous awards and accolades over the years.
The 514th Air Mobility Wing continues to play a vital role in supporting military operations around the world, ensuring the rapid and efficient movement of personnel and cargo.