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  • Members of the 179th Airlift Wing and 200th RED HORSE Detachment 1, team up to tackle Earth Day projects around Mansfield, OH, May 8,2014. The 179th has participated in Earth Day events for the past 15 years, with the 200th joining them for the last four years. The members are working with local schools and the North End Community Improvement Collaborative to help clean up Mansfield this spring. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by TSgt Joseph Harwood \Released)

    179th Airlift Wing and 200th RED HORSE Det. 1 team up for Earth Day

    The 179th Airlift Wing and 200th RED HORSE Det. 1, Mansfield, OH, came together for the annual Earth Day celebration, May 8, 2014. This marks the 15th year that the 179th has participated in the event and the fourth that the 200th has been involved. The partnership allows for more community involvement, with our airmen teaming up this year with the
  • 164th Airlift Squadron flight crew members wait to board a C-130H Hercules as it taxis in from another crews flight, April 2, 2014, Mansfield, OH.The 179th Airlift Wing expects to have a total of 8 C-130H Hercules.(U.S. Air National Guard Photo by TSgt Joseph Harwood \Released)

    179th Airlift Wing back in the C-130 Saddle Again.

    All around the 179th Airlift Wing, you can find it progressively picking up the pace. More planes, more people and more to get done. The flightline is taking on a familiar appearance, with legacy C-130H Hercules ready to taxi out or taking a moment to refuel. Aircrew is getting in flying hours. Maintenance is hard at work keeping them flying. Tails
  • Members of the 179th Airlift Wing from Shelby were honored by the Shelby Rotary Club at Pioneer Career & Technology Center, April 7, 2014, Shelby, OH. Wing Commander, Col. Gary McCue speaks highly of the members from Shelby and talked about the important role of the Shelby community support. Shelby Rotary Club President, Lynn Friebel and Shelby Mayor, Marilyn John, joined Col. McCue in speaking to the group. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by TSgt Joseph Harwood \Released)

    Shelby Rotary Club recognizes Shelby 179th Airlift Wing Members

    Pioneer Career & Technology Center hosted The Shelby Rotary Club and members of the 179th Airlift Wing, April 7, 2014.Lynn Friebel, President of The Shelby Rotary Club, joined Shelby Mayor, Marilyn John, in recognizing members of the Shelby community for their service in the Air National Guard at the 179th Airlift Wing. Wing Commander, Colonel Gary
  • Members of the 164th Airlift Squadron perform water survival training at the Galion YMCA, April 6, 2014, Galion, OH. The C130 Hercules aircrew members are required to stay current in survival tactics and procedures on both land and water. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by TSgt Joseph Harwood \Released)

    164th Airlift Squadron survives Water Survival Training

    The 164th Airlift Squadron aircrew has to be trained for every scenario, good or bad. Water survival training is part of that training, and refresher courses are a crucial part of staying sharp for any scenario. This year, the aircrew members accomplished the training at the Galion YMCA pool, Galion, OH, April 6, 2014.164th Airlift Squadron member,
  • Members of the 179th Airlift Wing gather to celebrate the accomplishments of 21 fellow airmen who are receiving Community College of the Air Force degrees, April 5, 2014, Mansfield, OH. Guest speaker, Dr. Dory Dieb, Ph.D., President of North Central State College, presents the graduates with their diploma and speaks of the importance of further education. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by TSgt Joseph Harwood \Released)

    21 Receive Degrees from CCAF in Spring Ceremony

    It was standing-room only as over 100 Airman attended the 179th Airlift Wing's spring Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) commencement ceremony on April 6, 2014. Dr. Dory Dieb, Ph.D., President of North Central State College reflected on the importance of the day in a short key-note speech. Blending quotes from Robert Greenleaf and Ralph
  • In August 2010, the 179th Airlift Wing, Mansfield Lahm Airport, Mansfield, Ohio changed aircraft to the C27J Spartan Joint Cargo Aircraft. Recent announcement by the Secretary of the Air Force states all four C-27J Spartan aircraft that was received will be divested from Mansfield, while eight C-130H Hercules will be fielded. (U.S Air Force photo by SrA Joseph Harwood) (RELEASED BY Capt. Nicole Ashcroft)

    Air Force announces force structure changes that assign new C-130H Hercules mission to Mansfield-based 179th Airlift Wing

    Today the Air Force confirmed force structure changes that will impact Airmen and aircraft at the 179th Airlift Wing, located in Mansfield, Ohio. Under aviation force structure changes in the Fiscal Year 2013 National Defense Authorization Act, the Secretary of the Air Force announced Total Force Proposal (TFP) and Intra-theater Airlift Working
  • Ohio Air National Guard Chief of Staff, Brig. Gen. Stephen E. Markovich awards Staff Sgt. Josh Blankley, 200th RED HORSE Squadron, the Ohio Distinguished Service Medal with the "V" device during a ceremony held at Camp Perry located in Port Clinton, Ohio, on March 9, 2013. Blankley used his military training to save a life as an impromptu first responder to a traffic accident on June 22, 2012. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Harwood)

    Airman recognized for saving an Ohioan's life

    Ohio Air National Guardsman, Staff Sgt. Josh Blankley, with the 200th RED HORSE Squadron, is a shining example of the minuteman spirit. In a split second, he was thrust into a life-saving situation where his ability to quickly react and Air National Guard training came to fruition. On June 22, 2012, Blankley was traveling on Interstate 75 and
  • Commander of the 179th Airlift Wing, Col. Gary McCue and his wife Molly McCue pose for a formal portrait Oct. 13, 2012, before the 179th Airlift Wing Awards banquet, Mansfield Ohio. (U.S. Air Force photo by MSgt. Lisa Haun)

    179th Airlift Wing wife recognized nationally

    Through volunteering countless hours in support of the 179th Airlift Wing and selflessly providing philanthropic support for numerous community organizations, Molly A. McCue has earned national recognition by being selected as the Air National Guard nominee for the 2013 Joan Orr Air Force Spouse of the Year Award.The award recognizes spouses of
  • 179th Airlift Wing Commander, Col. Gary A. McCue congratulates his members after the Air Mobility Command (AMC) Inspector General team announced the Consolidated Unit Inspection (CUI) report at the 179th Airlift Wing, Mansfield, Ohio on Feb. 27, 2013. The 179th Airlift Wing received an overall rating of "EXCELLENT." (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Harwood)

    Congratulations to the 179th Airlift Wing for "Excellent" CUI Rating

    Despite many uncertainties, the men and women of the 179th Airlift Wing have once again shown their tradition of excellence by receiving an overall Consolidated Unit Inspection (CUI) rating of "Excellent" after undergoing six days of thorough compliance inspection by the Air Mobility Command Inspector General.This inspection is a periodic review of
  • Two members of the 179 Airlift Wing were selected for Air National Guard Transportation awards. Master Sgt. David Shambaugh and Tech. Sgt. Corey Christopher won ANG Transportation Senior Non-commissioned Officer of the Year and ANG Transportation Non-commissioned Officer of the Year respectively. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Q. Hill)

    Unit members win ANG Air Transportation NCO and SNCO of the Year awards

    Recently two members of the 179 Airlift Wing were selected for Air National Guard Transportation awards. Master Sgt. David Shambaugh and Tech. Sgt. Corey Christopher won ANG Transportation Senior Non-commissioned Officer of the Year and ANG Transportation Non-commissioned Officer of the Year respectively. According to the 179 AW Aerial Port
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