168th Wing emblem (U.S. Air Force) Black Coffee Mug

The 168th Wing emblem represents a symbol of the U.S. Air Force unit known as the 168th Wing, which is part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and Air Mobility Command (AMC). This emblem features an interlocking "AK" in white letters, with an arrow pointing downward from the top bar of the "K." The arrow is superimposed over a shield divided into three sections. The upper left section of the shield displays two gold-colored airplanes in flight, symbolizing air defense and mobility missions. The upper right section shows a golden fiddlehead, representing the state of Alaska, where the 168th Wing is based. Lastly, the lower section features a gold-colored volcano, alluding to the region's geographical characteristics. The motto "Guardians of the North" appears beneath the shield and reflects the wing's commitment to defending the skies over Alaska and the Arctic Region. The 168th Wing emblem embodies the unit's heritage, mission, and values within the U.S. Air Force.