63rd MAW

The 63rd Military Airlift Wing (63rd MAW) was an important United States Air Force unit established in 1966, tracing its lineage to earlier airlift and troop carrier groups. Headquartered at Norton Air Force Base, California, the 63rd MAW played a vital role in providing global airlift support during the Vietnam War and throughout the Cold War era. The wing operated heavy transport aircraft like the C-141 Starlifter, enabling rapid deployment of troops, equipment, and humanitarian aid worldwide. The 63rd MAW continued its distinguished service until its inactivation in 1994, following the closure of Norton AFB.