161st Air Refueling Wing (U.S. Air Force) Black Coffee Mug

The 161st Air Refueling Wing is a unit of the United States Air Force (USAF). It operates under the jurisdiction of the Air Mobility Command and is stationed at Kansas City International Airport in Missouri. The primary mission of this wing is aerial refueling, enabling extended flight durations for other military aircraft by providing them with mid-air fuel transfers. Additionally, the 161st ARW provides combat support, disaster relief operations, and airspace surveillance. The unit consists of various squadrons, including the KC-135 Stratotanker squadron, which is utilized for aerial refueling operations. The 161st Air Refueling Wing plays a crucial role in the USAF's strategic mobility, ensuring the rapid deployment and sustainment of forces worldwide.