940th Air Refueling wing

The 940th Air Refueling Wing (940 ARW) is a unit of the United States Air Force Reserve, currently stationed at Beale Air Force Base, California. Established in 1963 as the 940th Troop Carrier Group, it has undergone several redesignations and mission changes, including tactical airlift and air refueling roles. The wing began operating the KC-135 Stratotanker in the 1970s, providing vital aerial refueling support to U.S. and allied aircraft worldwide. Today, the 940th ARW continues to enhance global reach and combat readiness through its air refueling and support missions.