North Carolina National Guard: Global Reach, Local Impact
The North Carolina National Guard is more than a force for our state—it is a leader on the global stage. Through the State Partnership Program and international training missions, NC Guardsmen work side-by-side with partner nations, building trust, sharing expertise, and strengthening collective readiness.
From Europe to the...
Airmen from the 494th Fighter Squadron, 494th Fighter Generation Squadron, and supporting units were recognized for their contributions during a defensive operation against hundreds of one-way attack drones and missiles launched from Iran and Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen against Israel April 13-14, 2024, while deployed in the U.S. Central Command's area of responsibility.
Faces of Liberty highlights the Airmen of the 48th Fighter Wing. Our people are our greatest asset. At the heart of the 48th Fighter Wing are the people who create, operate, and support our important mission.
48th Fighter Wing's demonstration in generating air power in a contested environment, side-by-side with our partners and allies through smaller, agile, dispersed deployments.
Cross Servicing gives 48th Fighter Wing Airmen, our partners, and allies who operate the same aircraft an opportunity to practice seamless integration in preparation for future deployments.
Basing the F-35 at Lakenheath brings 5th Gen lethality and survivability against emerging high-end threats to the AOR. The F-35 will build long-lasting bonds through training and exercises with the nine other partner nations flying the F-35, including the U.K., our closest ally and a vital partner in the F-35 Program.
Operated by the 492nd and 494th Fighter Squadrons, The F-15E Strike Eagle is a dual-role fighter designed to perform air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. An array of avionics and electronics systems gives the F-15E the capability to fight at low altitudes, day or night, and in all weather.
Historically the 493rd Fighter Squadron operated the F-15 C/D Eagle, an all-weather, extremely...
People are our Mission's Foundation Investing in Airmen & Families and Fostering Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, & Inclusion is the roadmap to mission success.
