927th Air Refueling Wing

The 927th Air Refueling Wing (ARW) is a unit of the United States Air Force Reserve, headquartered at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida. Originally activated in 1963 as the 927th Troop Carrier Group, the unit has undergone several mission changes, transitioning from troop transport to aerial refueling. Since 1992, the wing has operated the KC-135 Stratotanker, providing vital aerial refueling support to U.S. and allied aircraft worldwide. The 927th ARW has participated in numerous operations, including Operations Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom, demonstrating its readiness and global reach.