ABOUT 442d Fighter Wing
- The 442d Fighter Wing is an Air Reserve unit based at Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri.
- It was originally activated as the 442d Troop Carrier Wing in the 1950s before being redesignated as the 442d Fighter Wing in 1991.
- The 442d Fighter Wing has a long history of providing combat-ready forces for deployment around the world.
- In 2003, the 442d Fighter Wing deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
- The 442d Fighter Wing has earned numerous awards and decorations for its service, including the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award.
- The 442d Fighter Wing has a diverse mission set, including air refueling, combat support, and humanitarian assistance.
- In 2016, the 442d Fighter Wing was named the top Air Force Reserve Command unit in the nation.
- The 442d Fighter Wing has a proud tradition of excellence and professionalism, dating back to its founding as a troop carrier unit in the 1950s.
- The 442d Fighter Wing has a strong partnership with the local community, participating in outreach and volunteer activities throughout the year.
- The men and women of the 442d Fighter Wing continue to uphold the proud legacy of their unit, embodying the Air Force Core Values of Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
