California Air National Guard

The California Air National Guard (CA ANG) was established in 1946 as the air component of the California National Guard, following the creation of the United States Air Force. It has played a significant role in both state and federal missions, including disaster response, wildfire suppression, and homeland defense. The CA ANG has contributed personnel and aircraft to major conflicts such as the Korean War, Vietnam War, Gulf War, and post-9/11 operations in the Middle East. Today, its units operate a variety of aircraft, including the C-130 Hercules and MQ-9 Reaper, and continue to provide critical support to both California and the nation.