182nd Airlift Wing

182nd Airlift Wing group photo Dec. 2, 2023

182nd Airlift Wing group photo Dec. 2, 2023

Master Sgt. Lealan Buehrer
182nd Airlift Wing leads C-130 Hercules operations at NATO’s Air Defender 2023

182nd Airlift Wing leads C-130 Hercules operations at NATO’s Air Defender 2023

The largest North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) multinational air forces redeployment exercise in history began at Wunstorf Air Base, Germany, June 12, and the Illinois Air National Guard’s 182nd Airlift Wing is leading the C-130 Hercules aircraft operations. Exercise Air Defender 2023, which continues through June 23, integrates both U.S. and allied air power to defend shared values, while leveraging and strengthening vital partnerships to deter aggression around the world.

Staff Sgt. Paul Helmig
Christian Mitchell commissions with 182nd Airlift Wing

Christian Mitchell commissions with 182nd Airlift Wing

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Richard Neely, left, the 40th adjutant general of the state of Illinois, commissions Christian Mitchell as a first lieutenant judge advocate with the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, June 4, 2023. Mitchell previous served in various civil service roles, including Illinois deputy governor, 26th District of Illinois state representative and executive director of the Democratic Party of Illinois. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Lealan Buehrer)

Master Sgt. Lealan Buehrer
Lead With Air Power—ANG Top Leader Hosts Air Defender ‘23 Media Visit

Lead With Air Power—ANG Top Leader Hosts Air Defender ‘23 Media Visit

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Michael Loh, front center, director, Air National Guard, tours the flightline during Air Defender 2023 Media Day, Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, April 4, 2023. Members of the German air force and German media visited the U.S. in preparation for Air Defender 2023. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. David Eichaker)

Master Sgt. David Eichaker
Illinois National Guard celebrates 300th anniversary

Illinois National Guard celebrates 300th anniversary

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Richard Neely, the 40th adjutant general of the state of Illinois, gives opening remarks during the Illinois National Guard's 300th anniversary gala at in the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, Illinois, May 6, 2023. The National Guard is the oldest component of the U.S. military and the only military component with both state and federal missions. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Lealan Buehrer)

Master Sgt. Lealan Buehrer

Contractor receiving certificate of appreciation.

Secretary of the Air Force Diversity and Inclusion office leadership gather for some downtime and camaraderie between sessions at the Gartner ReimagineHR Conference Sept. 23-25, 2023, in Orlando, Fla. The three-day conference provided attendees the opportunity to hear keynotes and attend breakout sessions pertaining to SAF/DI's ongoing commitment to enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility initiatives within the Department of the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Shane Ellis)

Marianne Malizia and Dr. Andrew Duffield exchange insights and ideas during an intermission at the Gartner ReimagineHR Conference Sept. 23-25, 2023, in Orlando, Fla. The three-day conference provided attendees the opportunity to hear keynotes and attend breakout sessions pertaining to SAF/DI's ongoing commitment to enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility initiatives within the Department of the Air Force. Malizia is the Secretary of the Air Force Diversity and Inclusion director, and Duffield is the SAF/DI Strategy, Policy and Governance Division program manager. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Shane Ellis)

Capt. Sherry Meadows and Daphne Brooks stay connected for the latest agenda updates at the Gartner ReimagineHR Conference Sept. 23-25, 2023, in Orlando, Fla. The three-day conference provided attendees the opportunity to hear keynotes and attend breakout sessions pertaining to SAF/DI's ongoing commitment to enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility initiatives within the Department of the Air Force. Meadows is the Secretary of the Air Force Diversity and Inclusion Education and Training deputy chief, and Brooks is a SAF/DI program manager. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Shane Ellis)

Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David W. Allvin is sworn in as the Air Force’s 23rd Chief of Staff.

USAF pilots following air strike against Communist forces in Korea

Northwest Field Cultural Resource Survey

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Maurice L. Williams, center, command chief, Air National Guard, listens as he is briefed on the current curriculum and student experience offered during a visit to the Thomas N. Barnes Center, Maxwell-Gunter Annex, Alabama, Oct. 18, 2023. Williams wanted to better understand where course improvements are most needed to enhance the overall distance learning experience for all Airmen. (U.S Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Chelcee Arnold)

Civilians learn about military operations during a tour.

TACPs on last leg of 24HR Run Challenge.

Communications specialists participate in Exercise Prairie Voice.

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Richard Neely, left, the 40th adjutant general of the state of Illinois, and newly commissioned 1st Lt Christian Mitchell, an incoming judge advocate with the 182nd Airlift Wing, pose for a photo at Mitchell’s swearing-in in Peoria, Illinois, June 4, 2023.

Civilian employers learn about the 169th Air Support Operations Squadron mission during a “Breakfast with the Boss” Boss Lift at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, May 11, 2023.

Civilian employers learn about the 182nd Security Forces Squadron mission during a “Breakfast with the Boss” Boss Lift at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, May 11, 2023.

Civilian employers learn about the Aircrew Flight Equipment during a “Breakfast with the Boss” Boss Lift at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, May 11, 2023.

Civilian employers learn about the 264th Combat Communications Squadron mission during a “Breakfast with the Boss” Boss Lift at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, May 11, 2023.

Civilian employers pose for a group photo during a “Breakfast with the Boss” Boss Lift at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, May 11, 2023.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Ian Diehl, a C-130 loadmaster with the 169th Airlift Squadron, observes the rear view out a C-130H Hercules aircraft during a “Breakfast with the Boss” Boss Lift at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, May 11, 2023.

Civilian employers explore a C-130H Hercules aircraft during a “Breakfast with the Boss” Boss Lift at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, May 11, 2023.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Ian Diehl, a C-130 loadmaster with the 169th Airlift Squadron, prepares passenger for flight during a “Breakfast with the Boss” Boss Lift at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, May 11, 2023.

Civilian employers board a C-130H Hercules during a “Breakfast with the Boss” Boss Lift at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, May 11, 2023.

U.S. Air Force Chaplain (Capt.) Benjamin Brown, a chaplain with the 182nd Airlift Wing, Illinois National Guard, poses for photo with his civilian employer during a “Breakfast with the Boss” Boss Lift at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, May 11, 2023.

U.S. Air Force Col. Rusty Ballard, the commander of the 182nd Airlift Wing, Illinois Air National Guard, speaks to civilian employers during a “Breakfast with the Boss” Boss Lift at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, May 11, 2023.

U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 Evan Guthrie, a CH-47 Chinook pilot with Company B, 2-238th General Support Aviation Battalion, speaks to civilian employers during a “Breakfast with the Boss” Boss Lift at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, May 11, 2023.

Laurie Silvery, Illinois chair of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, speaks to civilian employers during a “Breakfast with the Boss” Boss Lift at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, May 11, 2023.

Airmen with the 182nd Communications Flight, Illinois Air National Guard, pose for group photo at the 182nd Airlift Wing, Peoria, Illinois, Jan. 7, 2023.

U.S. Air Force Maj. Christopher Schutte receives command of the 169th Air Support Operations Squadron, Illinois Air National Guard, at the change of command ceremony held at the 182nd Airlift Wing, Peoria, Illinois, Feb. 2, 2023.

An Airman with the 182nd Airlift Wing, Illinois Air National Guard, runs in the annual Sexual Assault Response and Prevention run/walk at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, April 1, 2023.

Airmen with the 182nd Airlift Wing, Illinois Air National Guard, run in the annual Sexual Assault Response and Prevention run/walk at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, April 1, 2023.

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