194th Wing (U.S. Air Force) Accent Coffee Mug

The 194th Wing is a unit of the United States Air Force (USAF) under the jurisdiction of the Arizona Air National Guard. Established in 1956, it operates from two primary bases: Phoenix-Luke Air Force Base and Tucson International Airport. Its mission primarily involves air defense, with responsibilities that span across fighter operations, air traffic control, combat search and rescue, logistics, engineering, and various support services. The 194th Wing is a critical component of the USAF's Air Combat Command and North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). The wing operates the F-16 Fighting Falcon, providing air defense to the southwestern United States. The 194th Wing's diverse operations support a broad range of national security missions and maintain readiness for homeland defense and combat operations when required.