US Air National Guard

The Connecticut Air National Guard serves the Air Force s Air Combat Command from Bradley Air National Guard Base at Bradley Airport. Its two units, officially named the 103rd Fighter Wing and 103rd Air Control Squadron, are commonly known as the Flying Yankees and Yankee Watch. The Flying Yankees provide close air support with the awesome firepower of the A-10 aircraft. Yankee Watch s mission includes real-time detection, identification and surveillance of air traffic for combat operations and homeland defense. The Air National Guard has been a part of United States history since the Revolutionary War. Today s Air National Guard is a separate reserve component of the U.S. Air Force. There are more than 140 Air Guard units throughout the U.S. and its territories. While missions vary from unit to unit, some interesting ones include pararescue missions, modular airborne firefighting support, combat communications and air traffic control.

Westover Air Reserve Base is a military installation situated in Chicopee, MA, dedicated to supporting the operations of the United States Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard units. It serves as a strategic hub for air mobility missions and provides critical logistical support for military operations. Operating as a reserve base, Westover plays a key role in national defense, offering training, maintenance, and operational support for military personnel. The base also facilitates joint exercises and missions to enhance readiness and cooperation among various branches of the armed forces. Generated from their business information

Welcome to the United States Air Force in Chicopee, where enlisted airmen, officers, and health care professionals can explore exciting career opportunities. Discover the diverse roles available within the Air Force, from serving as an enlisted airman to pursuing a career as a health care professional or officer. Generated from their website's infomation