914th Airlift Wing

The 914th Airlift Wing, based at Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station in New York, was established in 1963 as the 914th Troop Carrier Group. Initially equipped with C-119 Flying Boxcars, the unit transitioned to C-130 Hercules aircraft in the 1970s, enhancing its tactical airlift capabilities. Over the decades, the 914th has participated in numerous operations, including humanitarian missions, disaster relief, and major military deployments such as Operations Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom. In 2017, the wing transitioned to an air refueling mission, flying the KC-135 Stratotanker, and continues to provide vital aerial refueling and global mobility support for the U.S. Air Force.