About Us

Welcome to the 117th Air Refueling Wing

Welcome to the 117th Air Refueling Wing located in Birmingham, Ala. The 117 ARW can trace its roots back to a World War I era flying club. The Birmingham Flying Club, also known as the Escadrille's, was the seventh federally recognized flying squadron on January 21, 1922 by the United States War Department.

The 117 ARW flies the Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker. We train and equip combat ready aircrews and support personnel to perform worldwide aerial refueling and airlift missions. Combat ready civil engineering, support services, medical, personnel, communications and intelligence technical support UTCs are available for worldwide assignment. Our unit supports state and local contingencies when directed by the Governor of Alabama.

Personal Financial Counselor

Financial News: Parents did you know you no longer estimate income on the

FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)? Applicants now use

"prior-prior-year" information from tax returns that have already been filed

- for example, the 2016 tax return will be used for the 2018-19 school year.

A copy of the FAFSA Calendar is given below.

FAFSA Calendar

Academic Year FAFSA Application Season Base Year

for Income

7/1/2016 to 6/30/2017 1/1/2016 to 6/30/2017 2015

7/1/2017 to 6/30/2018 10/1/2016 to 6/30/2018 2015

7/1/2018 to 6/30/2019 10/1/2017 to 6/30/2019 2016

Source: Cappex.com

Lisa J. Gamble, AFCR, MBA, RICPR

Personal Financial Counselor

Cell: 205-612-7316

Email: PFC.AL.NG@zeiders.com

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.

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.

Airmen & Family Readiness

The 117th Airman and Family Readiness Program supports all military personnel and their families.

Program Manager: Mrs. Joy Miller
Email: joy.a.miller16.civ@mail.mil
Commercial: (205) 714-2699
DSN: 778-2699

Installation Restoration

Information of the Installation Restoration Program is available to the public in the central library government records in Birmingham, Alabama.

Safety - See and Avoid

The goal of See and Avoid is to eliminate midair collisions and reduce close calls through proper flight planning. See and Avoid promotes information exchange between civilian pilots and the military flight safety community. For more information go to www.seeandavoid.org

Space A Flights

EMS

Environmental Management Systems Commitment Statement

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U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-06 Aug

Harold Clifton "Cotton" Usrey, 71, of Birmingham, passed away on August 3, 2018 and went to be with his Lord and Sa… https://t.co/LYLONhOyCk

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-04 Jul

Happy Fourth of July!!!

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-27 Jun

All Alabama Air/Army National Guard service members who are interested in a career in building trades (i.e., weldin… https://t.co/sIw37UA2Dl

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-10 Jun

117th Security Forces Squadron conducts Change of Command ceremony. Captain James Parker assumes command and Lt. Co… https://t.co/LoGWSrCnRd

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-05 Jun

The viewing for SrA Croskey will be on Thursday, 7 June, from 1700-1900 at Wren Funeral Home located here: 2516 Fi… https://t.co/H1uuedGfq3

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-28 May

We remember those who gave their lives for our freedom. We will never forget their sacrifice and the sacrifices mad… https://t.co/8lk0Yy6EaH

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-22 May

117th Air Refueling Wing Military Appreciation Night At Regions Field With The Birmingham, Barons.

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-11 May

Today is Military Spouse Appreciation day! We understand that life as a military spouse can be difficult—sudden mov… https://t.co/xcxQhLY739

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-25 Apr

Congratulation to Staff Sgt. Halbert for receiving the Air Force Commendation Medal.

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-19 Apr

Alabama Air National Guard members from the 117th Air Refueling Wing participate in a wreath laying ceremony honori… https://t.co/5QMqNvB2pJ

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-14 Mar

Maj. Gen. James F. Brown Visitation 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Wednesday, March 14, 2018 JEFFERSON MEMORIAL 1591... https://t.co/D3mScmXIis

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-21 Jan

All 117ARW technicians, AGR's, and REGAF personnel are to report for work on Tuesday, 23 Jan 18, as normally... https://t.co/2eHH50hShQ

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-21 Jan

Today marks the 95th Anniversary of the 117th Air Refueling Wing. The Birmingham Flying Club, also known as the... https://t.co/XdGs47rWOz

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-20 Jan

Birmingham City Councilor visits the 117th Air Refueling Wing.

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-20 Jan

Authority to perform UTA today and Sunday has just been granted. 117 ARW personnel are to report for duty by... https://t.co/HxS4vDYMz1

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-20 Jan

As of 0001 EST/2301 CST, funding to execute UTA for 20 Jan 2018, does NOT exist. 117ARW personnel are NOT to... https://t.co/xDImGcYQ2e

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-17 Jan

As per the direction of the Governor, all state offices will open at 1200L tomorrow, 18 January 2018. This... https://t.co/2Tg2zvLvcm

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-17 Jan

Effective 1100 today, access to the base has been reopened. The wing remains closed for the remainder of the... https://t.co/5TMJNIdwwy

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-16 Jan

As per the direction of the Governor, all state offices will be closed tomorrow, 17 January 2018. This closure... https://t.co/vvKOzRza19

U.S. Air Force
@117ARW-10 Jan

Congratulations to these 117th ARW Airmen for selection of the following 2017 Alabama State Awards! SSgt Tyler... https://t.co/LAnK326ZpR

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