133rd Airlift Wing

The official patch of the 133rd Airlift Wing. (U.S. Air National Guard graphic by the 133rd Public Affairs)
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Wing Leadership

Welcome to the 133rd Airlift Wing

Welcome to the official public website of the 133rd Airlift Wing. This site is provided as a public service through the cooperative efforts of the 133rd Airlift Wing Public Affairs and the Minnesota Air National Guard. The 133rd Airlift Wing is a Minnesota Air National Guard flying wing headquartered at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Utilizing the C-130 H3 Hercules, the wing provides the U.S. Air Force with tactical airlift capability to transport troops, cargo and medical patients across the globe in addition to providing the citizens of Minnesota with domestic operations and disaster response support.

 

 

Our Mission

Maintain high-level of mission readiness to meet federal and state needs in current and emerging mission sets.

Our Vision

Adaptive, resilient Airmen that exercise critical thinking to execute commander intent.

 

 

Areas of Commitment

Every time we step into our uniform, we continue a commitment that’s been growing since 1921: a brighter future for our communities, our state, our nation, and the world we live in. This is our legacy of excellence and areas of commitment.

• Exceptionally trained teams

• Community service

• Humanitarian relief

• Sustainability practices

• Commander responsibilities

C-130 Hercules

The C-130 Hercules primarily performs the tactical portion of the airlift mission. The aircraft is capable of operating from rough, dirt strips and is the prime transport for air dropping troops and equipment into hostile areas.

Read full C-130 Hercules fact sheet

 

 

Priorities

Develop Exceptional Leaders at all Levels — Cultivate a robust leadership and professional development program along with broadening opportunities for all 133rd Airlift Wing members enabling performance-optimized teams that are dedicated to Core Values.

Optimize our Capabilities — Establish a collaborative environment through sustainability efforts and resource efficiencies to improve global mobility, cyber, and support capabilities.

Build Partnerships for the Future — Enhance existing partnerships  including Beyond the Yellow Ribbon, C-130 Flight Simulator, STARBASE, State Partnership Programs, and build new partnerships that support and strengthen the 133rd Airlift Wing. 

Empower Every Airman to Excel at their J-O-B — Develop highly competent Airmen who excel at their jobs through innovation, inclusion, and resiliency.

ANG Federal Mission

The Air National Guard's federal mission is to maintain well-trained, well-equipped units available for prompt mobilization during war and provide assistance during national emergencies (such as natural disasters or civil disturbances). During peacetime, the combat-ready units and support units are assigned to most Air Force major commands to carry out missions compatible with training, mobilization readiness, humanitarian and contingency operations such as Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.

ANG State Mission

When Air National Guard units are not mobilized or under federal control, they report to the governor of their respective state, territory (Puerto Rico, Guam, Virgin Islands) or the commanding general of the District of Columbia National Guard. Each of the 54 National Guard organizations is supervised by the adjutant general of the state or territory. Under state law, the Air National Guard provides protection of life, property and preserves peace, order and public safety. These missions are accomplished through emergency relief support during natural disasters such as floods, earthquakes and forest fires; search and rescue operations; support to civil defense authorities; maintenance of vital public services and counterdrug operations.

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