ABOUT 349th Air Mobility Wing
- The 349th Air Mobility Wing is based at Travis Air Force Base in California.
- It was established on July 14, 1947 as the 349th Troop Carrier Wing.
- The wing has participated in numerous humanitarian and disaster relief missions, including Hurricane Katrina and the earthquake in Haiti.
- The 349th has a long history of providing airlift support to the United States military during times of conflict.
- In 2015, the wing set a world record for the largest formation flight with 27 C-5 Galaxy aircraft flying in formation.
- The 349th has received several awards and recognitions, including the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award and the Air Force Organizational Excellence Award.
- The wing is capable of providing a wide range of airlift and aerial refueling missions in support of global operations.
- In 2003, the 349th deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
- The wing played a key role in the evacuation of American citizens from Kabul, Afghanistan in August 2021.
- The 349th Air Mobility Wing continues to be a vital asset in supporting military operations around the world.
