Components
The Wisconsin Air National Guard consists of the following major units:
- 115th Fighter Wing
- Established 6 October 1948 (as: 176th Fighter Squadron); operates: F-16 Fighting Falcon
- Stationed at: Truax Field Air National Guard Base, Madison
- Gained by: Air Combat Command
- The 115th Fighter Wing provides multi-role fighter support including air-to-air, close air support and precision guided bombing. The wing currently operates the latest generation of munitions such as the JDAM series bombs and the AIM-9X air-to-air missile.
- 128th Air Refueling Wing
- Established 30 July 1940 (as: 126th Observation Squadron); operates: KC-135R Stratotanker
- Stationed at: General Mitchell Air National Guard Base, Milwaukee
- Gained by: Air Mobility Command
- The 128th Air Refueling Wing principal mission is air refueling. The wing enhances the Air Force's capability to accomplish its primary missions of Global Reach and Global Power.
Support Unit Functions and Capabilities:
- 128th Air Control Squadron
- Maintains and operates a transportable extension of the Theater Air Control System. In this role the unit provides: (1) An air picture via data links from multiple sensors to the theater commander, (2) Radar control for offensive and defensive air operations, (3) Early warning, detection and tracking of surveillance data, (4) Personnel training and equipment maintenance to sustain a state of readiness for worldwide deployment.
- Volk Field Combat Readiness Training Center
- Provides a year round integrated training environment (airspace, facilities, equipment) for units to enhance their combat capabilities and readiness.
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