182nd Airlift Wing

A child's dream leads to more than 41 years of military service

A child's dream leads to more than 41 years of military service

Tiny hands reach to grab the control wheel while his eyes dance around the flight deck, filling with wonder. Control panel switches are just within fingertip’s reach. He can’t see over the dash, but the boy imagines what it might feel like to soar through the air. He is in love with the dream of flying. This is how Air Force Brig. Gen. William P. Robertson described his first time sitting in the flight deck of a C-47 Skytrain while on a base tour as a young child. Robertson would go on to command the 182nd Airlift Wing for 13 years, then serve as the Chief of Staff for the Illinois Air National Guard. He retired on Nov. 11, Veterans Day, after serving as the Air National Guard Assistant to the Commander, 12th Air Force (Air Forces Southern) since November 2018.

Senior Airman Wynndermere Shaw, Staff Sgt. Jason Grabiec and Master Sgt. Lealan Buehrer
Peoria content creators land 1st place in 2020 National Guard Media Contest

Peoria content creators land 1st place in 2020 National Guard Media Contest

Master Sgt. Lealan Buehrer

Airmen giving first aid to a medical dummy.

Airmen posing in front of aircraft for unit photo.

Airman explaining flight deck to students.

Students exploring military police equipment.

Airmen searching suspect during training.

Airman conducting active shooter training.

Airmen conducting active shooter training.

Airmen and families participating in family day.

Environmental
We are committed to conducting our mission in an environmentally responsible manner that will protect human health, natural resources, and the environment.
ID Cards
182nd Airlift Wing members can please contact Sue Houle at 309-633-5181 to make appointments during the week (other than Thursdays). If you are needing an appointment during drill weekends please contact Staff Sgt. Mayra Rocha at 309-633-6262 or email 182FSS.CSS.DSG@us.af.mil.

Retirees and other service members please contact Sue Houle at 309-633-5181 to schedule an appointment.

Info Sheet - 182 AW Members

Info Sheet - Retirees and Other Branches
Airman & Family Readiness
The Airman & Family Readiness Center's mission is to provide information and resources for members, retirees and their families through consistent communication and support to promote mission readiness, retention, and assist in developing healthy resilient families.
Finance
We support budgetary, financial, cost and economic issues on base, while continuously improving the quality, efficiency and customer-focus of 182nd Airlift Wing financial services.
Recruiting
The Air National Guard can help you pay for college while equipping you with the skills and experience employers seek. Take the following steps to begin your own rewarding experience in the Air Guard while pursuing a college degree or advancing your civilian career.
Public Affairs
Our mission is to promote positive support for the 182nd Airlift Wing and the Illinois Air National Guard by providing accurate, relevant and timely information to our members, their families, and to our local community, state and nation.