126th Air Refueling Wing

126 ARW... Anytime, Anywhere

Col. Jonathan Boehning stands beside cargo pallets and all terrain vehicles talking to Security Forces personnel

126 ARW Continues to Supports Hurricane Recovery

Col. Jonathan Boehning, commander of the 126th Mission Support Group, talks with 126th Security Forces Squadron members while cargo is being loaded at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, October 10, 2017. The Illinois Air National Guard squadron deployed a 13 person team to Puerto Rico to provide security. (Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Ken Stephens)

An all terrain vehicle is backed up the loading ramp into a C-130 cargo aircraft

126 ARW Continues to Supports Hurricane Recovery

Senior Airman Aaron Rodriguez backs an all-terrain vehicle onto a C-130 Hercules cargo aircraft, from the 139th Airlift Wing, St. Joseph, Missouri, at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, October 10, 2017. The plane flew a 13 person team from the 126th Security Forces Squadron, Illinois Air National Guard, to Puerto Rico to provide security. (Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Ken Stephens)

A group of about 15 people gather in a circle to do a team hand stack cheer before some of them leave for Puerto Rico

126 ARW Continues to Supports Hurricane Recovery

Personnel from the 126th Security Forces Squadron gather for a team hand stack before boarding a bus to the flight line at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, October 10, 2017. The Illinois Air National Guard squadron deployed a 13 person team to Puerto Rico to provide security. (Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Ken Stephens)

Swapping out an engine

Members of the 126th Maintenance Group replace an engine on a KC-135R Stratotanker at Scott AFB, Ill., Feb. 11, 2015. The 126th Air Refueling Wing, Illinois Air National Guard, flies the Stratotankers to refuel U.S. Armed Forces and NATO aircraft. (Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Elise Stout)

Swapping out an engine

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126ARW-12 Jul

Tech. Sgt. Perry is highlighted in the Speed is the New Black episode this week. TSgt Perry is a full-time firefighter and a drill status Guardsman working as a crew chief on our KC-135s. The show was taped in part here at the 126th Air Refueling Wing on Scott Air Force Base. Illinois National Guard Air National Guard National Guard

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126ARW-12 Jul

Congratulations to Tech. Sgt. Ruiz who was recently honored by the Chicago Cubs at a home game!

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126ARW-11 Jul

Plan now for the 3K run in September!

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126ARW-01 Jul

CMSAF Wright takes one for the team!

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126ARW-21 Jun

The 566th Air Force Band was co-located with us at the O'Hare ARFF in Chicago until 1999. They're kicking off their summer tour next week in Wisconsin and Michigan so check them out if you're in the area!

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126ARW-19 Jun

Members of the 126th ARW traveled to Ukraine in June to participate in training missions. #anytime #anywhere #126ARW

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126ARW-14 Jun

Check out this video if you're heading to the I.G. Brown Training and Education Center. Be prepared!

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126ARW-14 Jun

Happy Birthday to the U.S. Army!

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126ARW-14 Jun

126 Medical Group participated in the Navy flag raising and awards ceremony at U.S. Navy Hospital Sigonella. Lt. Col. Dennis Els, 126 MDG Commander, also recognized a few outstanding sailors during the ceremony.

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126ARW-13 Jun

This new policy is retroactive to December 23, 2016.

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126ARW-13 Jun

Prepare yourself for the We Are Airmen 2018 Recruiting Video Contest! This is YOUR opportunity to create your own recruiting video and help recruit future Airmen – if you were a civilian thinking about joining the military, what kind of commercial would make YOU want to join the U.S. Air Force?

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126ARW-13 Jun

More photos from our medical group's DFT in Sicily.

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126ARW-09 Jun

A 126th ARW KC-135 is participating in training missions in Ukraine. Read the press release for more info!

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126ARW-08 Jun

Our medical group receiving valuable training in Sicily.

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126ARW-06 Jun

FUNERAL SERVICES FOR CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT CHARLES SPARACINO VISITATION 11 June 2018 – 3:00 to 9:00 PM and 12 June 2018 – 9:00 AM Cumberland Chapel 8300 West Lawrence Avenue, Norridge, Ill. FUNERAL MASS 10:00 AM at Saint Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church, 1530 Jackson Avenue, River Forest, Ill. INTERMENT Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery 1400 South Wolf Road, Hillside, Ill.

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126ARW-06 Jun

We are very sad to inform you of the passing of Chief Master Sgt. (ret.) Charles Sparacino. "Chuck" started his career as a POL troop in 1967 where he worked until he became Vehicle Maintenance Superintendent in 1989 for the 126th Air Refueling Wing. At a point in his career, mid to late 90’s he served as Senior Enlisted Advisor. Chuck was very heavily involved in the NGAI, serving in several capacities, eventually serving as the NGAI president. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers at this time.

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@126ARW-10 Oct

RT @USAFBoMA: The USAF Band of Mid-America Concert Band is going on the road to #connect with YOU next week! 🇺🇸 We will be visiting three s…

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@126ARW-10 Oct

We are participating in Clear Sky 18 this month. Watch this page for images from the 126 ARW and other partners: https://t.co/0sdWBorFC7

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@126ARW-21 Aug

Check out the coverage of our participation in the Chicago Air and Water Show last weekend! https://t.co/NXR9rHPTvK

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@126ARW-29 Sep

RT @DeptofDefense: #DoD & @FEMA provide humanitarian relief for #PuertoRico & the #USVI in the wake of #HurricaneMaria. #ReliefEfforts http…

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@126ARW-12 Sep

RT @AirMobilityCmd: #TankerTuesday A @126ARW KC-135 refuels a F-15E during a mission over Iraq in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, on…

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@126ARW-17 Aug

RT @USAFHealth: They made it!!! Amazing work @InTheStairwell1 !!! #AGT #USAFA https://t.co/nQdjpVDpYr

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@126ARW-16 Aug

The 126 ARW will be hosting the 52nd Annual ANG Softball Tournament at O'Fallon Family Sports Park August 16-19. https://t.co/iExfYMpMtv

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@126ARW-27 Jun

RT @22ARW: Today's history lesson---On this day in 1923, the first air refueling through a hose was accomplished. https://t.co/4jLL3Dk9IF

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@126ARW-07 Jun

RT @AirForceTimes: Meet Stubby: The iconic World War I 'war dog' ... and star of an upcoming animated film: https://t.co/njWMM7Sgpp https:/…

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@126ARW-27 May

RT @usairforce: #Airman receives Distinguished Flying Cross medal six decades overdue. @AFGlobalStrike https://t.co/Cvcq1eyfxa https://t.co…

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@126ARW-25 May

RT @ChrisBlair4B: I shot this last week on my trip with @ScottAFB - I will never forget this. Coolest thing ever. We're refueling an F-22…

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@126ARW-23 May

Here's one story from our Media Day Flight. #126ARW https://t.co/pFBakspufp

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@126ARW-03 May

RT @131stBombWing: Fantastic response by the Missouri National Guard to the threat of rising floodwaters in the St. Louis area.... https://…

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@126ARW-03 May

RT @Oriana0214: IT'S THE FUTUREEEE > 3-D Printing Is Changing Way Air Force Fixes Its Aging Planes https://t.co/oRyIFR6Hjt

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@126ARW-04 Apr

RT @375FSS: Fellow friends of @126ARW on @ScottAFB... check out the @375FSS UTA Weekend Fun Guide for April 7-8! https://t.co/CJk1Zsm3Hf

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@126ARW-28 Feb

RT @375FSS: Fellow friends of @126ARW & @932ndAW on @ScottAFB... check out the @375FSS UTA Weekend Fun Guide for March 3-5! https://t.co/bz…

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@126ARW-05 Dec

126 ARW & 906 ARS schedule to launch Black Letter flight this morning: https://t.co/0xXZ59xnPK

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126th Arw

Anytime, Anywhere!
The primary mission of the 126th Air Refueling Wing is to provide air refueling support to major commands of the Air Force as well as other U.S. military forces and the military forces of allied nations. In addition to air-to-air refueling of military aircraft, the unit provides trained, capable men and women who are ready to defend our nation anywhere in the world; to protect our state through civil defense and disaster relief; and to serve in the surrounding communities.

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Colonel Jeffrey W. Jacobson

Wing Command Chief

Command Chief Master Sgt.
Michael R. Douglas

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