A California Air National Guard loadmaster is seen holding a tie down strap inside the back of a military California Air National Guard C-130J Super Hercules aircraft. In front of him the back of the aircraft's ramp is open to show three additional C-130J Super Hercules aircraft from the California Air National Guard following in close pursuit at a lower altitude above a drop zone in the Palmdale desert.

ABOUT US

 

 

OFFICIAL COAT OF ARMS

We are a combat ready organization prepared to support the U.S. and allied forces, as well as provide disaster response, humanitarian relief, and large-scale aerial firefighting capabilities to the state of California and the nation.

Our Heritage

Given the moniker "The Hollywood Guard" for its close ties to the movie industry, the 146th Airlift Wing has a rich and long history serving California and the Nation dating back to the early 1900's. Learn more about our storied history. 

Learn About Our History

FEDERAL MISSION

To provide premier C-130J tactical airlift, projecting decisive power and agile combat support to meet National Defense Strategy objectives within the INDOPACOM Area of Responsibility and across the globe.

 

STATE MISSION

To deliver life-saving wildland firefighting support and rapid domestic response for the State of California, leveraging our unique capabilities and civilian expertise to protect life and property.

History of MAFFS
Experience the MAFFS Mission
MAFFS Mission Fact Sheet

WHO WE ARE

The wing’s designated wartime mission is to provide general purpose and intra-theater airlift of personnel and materiel, normally into improved airports, with optional delivery by airdrop or airland into short, unimproved airstrips under combat conditions.

The Wing’s aircraft can be configured for combat delivery of paratroops, aero-medical evacuation, photo reconnaissance and large-scale aerial firefighting with the Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System (MAFFS).

The 146th Airlift Wing is currently the only organization in the world implementing the new MAFFS 2 units on the C-130J platform, making it a highly capable and valuable resource in the firefighting industry.

The 146th Airlift Wing considers its most precious asset to be the 1,200 Guard men and women who sustain one of the largest and most capable airlift wings in the nation, and who consistently portray the Air Force Core Values of Integrity - Excellence - Service.

Graphic design for commander's priorities.
Graphic design for commander's priorities.
Graphic design for commander's priorities.

146th Airlift Wing Senior Leaders

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