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437th Airlift Wing

U.S. Air Force

The 437th Airlift Wing is a United States Air Force unit based at Joint Base Charleston in South Carolina. It is responsible for providing global airlift capabilities, including personnel and cargo transport, aeromedical evacuation, and humanitarian missions. The wing operates a fleet of C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, which are versatile and can carry large payloads over long distances. The 437th Airlift Wing plays a critical role in supporting military operations, disaster relief efforts, and humanitarian missions around the world.

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The 437th Airlift Wing was activated on January 1, 1969 at Charleston Air Force Base in South Carolina.
During the Vietnam War, the 437th Airlift Wing participated in airlift missions to Southeast Asia.
In 1997, the 437th Airlift Wing was awarded the Mackay Trophy for outstanding airmanship for a mission flown in response to Hurricane Nora in Mexico.
In 2001, the 437th Airlift Wing played a key role in airlifting supplies and personnel to Ground Zero after the September 11 terrorist attacks in New York City.
Members of the 437th Airlift Wing have served in numerous humanitarian missions, including providing aid to victims of natural disasters around the world.
In 2012, the 437th Airlift Wing was involved in Operation Unified Response, providing relief to Haiti after a devastating earthquake.
In 2015, the 437th Airlift Wing relocated to Joint Base Charleston, a new joint base formed by the consolidation of Charleston Air Force Base and Naval Weapons Station Charleston.
The 437th Airlift Wing has a long history of excellence in training and educating Airmen, ensuring they are prepared for any mission they may face.
The 437th Airlift Wing has received numerous awards for its outstanding performance, including multiple Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards.
Today, the 437th Airlift Wing continues to serve as a vital part of the United States Air Force, providing airlift capabilities to support national defense and humanitarian missions around the world.

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437th Airlift Wing

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harriette smith

U.S. Air Force Veteran · 1973 - 1978

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Mark Hart

U.S. Air Force Veteran · 1973 - 1977

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Brent Harney

U.S. Army Reserve · 1982 - 1983

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Etherage Ingram

U.S. Air Force Other · 1973 - 1977

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About 437th Airlift Wing

About this Unit

Historical Facts

The 437th Airlift Wing was activated on January 1, 1969 at Charleston Air Force Base in South Carolina.
During the Vietnam War, the 437th Airlift Wing participated in airlift missions to Southeast Asia.
In 1997, the 437th Airlift Wing was awarded the Mackay Trophy for outstanding airmanship for a mission flown in response to Hurricane Nora in Mexico.
In 2001, the 437th Airlift Wing played a key role in airlifting supplies and personnel to Ground Zero after the September 11 terrorist attacks in New York City.
Members of the 437th Airlift Wing have served in numerous humanitarian missions, including providing aid to victims of natural disasters around the world.
In 2012, the 437th Airlift Wing was involved in Operation Unified Response, providing relief to Haiti after a devastating earthquake.
In 2015, the 437th Airlift Wing relocated to Joint Base Charleston, a new joint base formed by the consolidation of Charleston Air Force Base and Naval Weapons Station Charleston.
The 437th Airlift Wing has a long history of excellence in training and educating Airmen, ensuring they are prepared for any mission they may face.
The 437th Airlift Wing has received numerous awards for its outstanding performance, including multiple Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards.
Today, the 437th Airlift Wing continues to serve as a vital part of the United States Air Force, providing airlift capabilities to support national defense and humanitarian missions around the world.