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87th Air Base Wing

U.S. Air Force

The 87th Air Base Wing, headquartered at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, was activated on March 3, 2009, as part of the Air Force's integration with Army and Navy support elements at the newly formed joint base. Its lineage traces back to the 87th Troop Carrier Wing, established during the Korean War era, but the current wing was organized to provide installation support and mission services for all branches operating at the joint base. The wing manages essential functions such as security, logistics, civil engineering, and medical services, ensuring operational readiness for over 80 mission partners. Since its activation, the 87th Air Base Wing has played a critical role in supporting global mobility and expeditionary operations for the U.S. military.

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Origins Date Back to WWII: The 87th was originally established as the 87th Troop Carrier Wing in 1949, though its modern lineage as the 87th Air Base Wing (ABW) began in 2009.
Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst: The 87th ABW is the host wing for Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey, the only tri-service joint base in the Department of Defense, combining Air Force, Army, and Navy installations.
Critical Logistics Hub: The wing manages installation support for one of the most significant air mobility and logistical hubs on the East Coast, supporting global operations for Air Mobility Command.
Supports Multiple Commands: The 87th ABW provides support not just to the Air Force, but also to Army and Navy units stationed at the joint base, serving more than 80 mission partners.
Named for WWII Fighter Group: The number “87” honors the 87th Fighter Group, a famed WWII air unit, continuing its legacy of service.
Large Community Impact: The wing supports a population of more than 40,000 active duty, reserve, guard, civilian, and family members, making it one of the largest military communities in the region.
9/11 Response: After the September 11 attacks, units at the joint base, supported by the 87th ABW, played key roles in humanitarian aid flights and homeland defense missions.
Presidential Support: Air Force One and other presidential aircraft routinely operate out of McGuire, with the 87th ABW providing critical ground and logistics support.
Environmental Stewardship: The wing manages thousands of acres of environmentally sensitive land, including Pine Barrens forest, and is involved in conservation and restoration projects.
Wide Range of Missions: The 87th ABW’s responsibilities include security, fire protection, medical support, civil engineering, family services, and emergency management, making it the backbone of daily operations for the joint base.

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87th Air Base Wing

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PILAR CAPERS

U.S. Air Force · 1989 - 1997

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Carlton Anthony

U.S. Air Force Military Retiree

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Brian Kristof

U.S. Air Force · 2008 - 2012

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Lew Evans

U.S. Coast Guard Veteran · 1967 - 1968

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About 87th Air Base Wing

About this Unit

Historical Facts

Origins Date Back to WWII: The 87th was originally established as the 87th Troop Carrier Wing in 1949, though its modern lineage as the 87th Air Base Wing (ABW) began in 2009.
Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst: The 87th ABW is the host wing for Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey, the only tri-service joint base in the Department of Defense, combining Air Force, Army, and Navy installations.
Critical Logistics Hub: The wing manages installation support for one of the most significant air mobility and logistical hubs on the East Coast, supporting global operations for Air Mobility Command.
Supports Multiple Commands: The 87th ABW provides support not just to the Air Force, but also to Army and Navy units stationed at the joint base, serving more than 80 mission partners.
Named for WWII Fighter Group: The number “87” honors the 87th Fighter Group, a famed WWII air unit, continuing its legacy of service.
Large Community Impact: The wing supports a population of more than 40,000 active duty, reserve, guard, civilian, and family members, making it one of the largest military communities in the region.
9/11 Response: After the September 11 attacks, units at the joint base, supported by the 87th ABW, played key roles in humanitarian aid flights and homeland defense missions.
Presidential Support: Air Force One and other presidential aircraft routinely operate out of McGuire, with the 87th ABW providing critical ground and logistics support.
Environmental Stewardship: The wing manages thousands of acres of environmentally sensitive land, including Pine Barrens forest, and is involved in conservation and restoration projects.
Wide Range of Missions: The 87th ABW’s responsibilities include security, fire protection, medical support, civil engineering, family services, and emergency management, making it the backbone of daily operations for the joint base.