Provide ready units to conduct Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Operations Support to execute Federal and State missions while maintaining an active involvement with the local community.
Units
- 1123rd Air Control Squadron
- 124th Intelligence Squadron
- 125th Intelligence Squadron
- 126th Intelligence Squadron
- 127th Intelligence Squadron
- 162nd Attack Squadron
- 178th Civil Engineer Squadron
- 178th Communications Flight: Organized
- 178th Comptroller Flight
- 178th Force Support Squadron
- 178th Intel/Surveil/Recon Group
- 178th Logistics Readiness Squadron
- 178th Medical Group
- 178th Mission Support Group
- 178th Operations Group
- 178th Operations Support Squadron
- 178th Security Forces Squadron
Geographically
Separated Units
- 251st Cyberspace Engineering Installation Group
- 269th Combat Communications Squadron
05.14.24 ~ OHANG | 178TH WING
Senior Airman Colin Simpson / 178th Wing Public Affairs
178th Wing hosts Air Force units from across US during El muster
More than 150 Airmen from 16 engineering installation squadrons across the country participated in a weeklong muster in June 2024 at the 178th Wing in Springfield, Ohio. The muster provided Airmen in the EI career field an opportunity to discuss issues impacting their mission to deliver communications infrastructure and capabilities to support and expand the IT capabilities of the entire Department of Defense and ensure the cyber network necessary for future conflicts.
03.12.24 ~ OHANG | 178TH WING
Airman 1st Class Colin Simpson / 178th Wing Public Affairs
179th Wing marks first MQ-9 Reaper landing during Operation Advanced Wrath
An MQ-9 Reaper assigned to the California Air National Guard’s 163rd Attack Wing was temporarily stationed at Springfield-Beckley Air National Guard Base, Ohio in March 2024 during the Advanced Wrath training exercise, in support of U.S. Special Operations Command. The arrival of the MQ-9 in Springfield marked the first military flight operation conducted at the base in over 13 years.
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03.06.22
Photo by Airman Colin Simpson, 178th Wing Public Affairs
178th Wing Airmen deploy in support of U.S. Central Command
Airmen assigned to the Ohio Air National Guard’s 178th Wing stand at attention, along with family and friends during a call to duty ceremony March 6, 2022, in Springfield, Ohio. The contingent of Airmen were deploying to support U.S. Central Command operations for approximately six months.
11.17.21
Photo by Master Sgt. Elisabeth Gelhar, 178th Wing Public Affairs
Airmen help fellow Airmen during holidays
Staff Sgt. Briana Staples (from left) and retired Master Sgt. Jeannette Anderson, both volunteers with the 178th Wing Airman and Family Readiness Center, and Jane Esprit, AFRC program manager, host the wing’s 2021 Giving Tree Program at Springfield-Beckley Air National Guard Base in Springfield, Ohio. The 178th Wing “Saber” family has stepped up for sixth year in a row to ensure fellow Airmen, who may be facing economic hardships, can have gifts to give their children during the holidays.
10.22.20
Photo by Senior Airman Amber Mullen, 178th Wing Public Affairs
178th Wing Fire Emergency Services Airmen step up during COVID-19 pandemic
A firefighter assigned to the 178th Civil Engineer Squadron practices putting out an aircraft fire Aug. 13, 2019, at Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center in Alpena, Mich. Due to mission needs during the COVID-19 pandemic this year, several of the wing’s firefighters have performed additional duty by helping staff the wing’s emergency operations center.
09.15.21
Photo by Shane Hughes, 178th Wing Public Affairs
178th Wing Airmen practice water rescue skills
Tech. Sgt. Kevin McNamara, station captain assigned to the 178th Wing’s fire department, rescues a simulated victim Sept. 15, 2021, during water rescue training on the Ohio River in Cincinnati. The 178th is one of the first, fully operational Air National Guard units to provide real-world swift water rescue services, in partnership with local civil first responders.
03.07.20
Photo by Staff Sgt. Zachary Tateman, 178th Wing Public Affairs
178th Force Support Squadron keeps Airmen fueled
Airman 1st Class Kelsey Bohachek, a services Airman assigned to the 178th Force Support Squadron, prepares desert for a drill weekend meal March 7, 2020, at the Springfield Air National Guard Base in Springfield, Ohio. The 178th FSS is responsible for preparing meals on drill weekends, maintaining the dining facility and providing additional morale services.
11.03.19
Photo by Staff Sgt. Rachel Simones, 178th Wing Public Affairs
Fitzgerald set to become first female commander of 178th Wing
Col. Kimberly Fitzgerald is the incoming commander of the 178th Wing in Springfield, Ohio. Currently serving as the wing vice commander, Fitzgerald will become the first female commander of the 178th during a Nov. 3, 2019, change of command ceremony, taking over for Hesterman, who will move on to serve as the director of staff for the Ohio National Guard.
STORY ARCHIVE
12/07/2014 Springfield base celebrates Airmen who deployed overseas
02/20/2015 U.S. House Speaker tours 178th Wing, meets with Airmen
06/16/2015 Getting smart on disaster relief
06/26/2015 Guardian Shield '15
07/25/2016 Air National Guard's Outstanding Airman of the Year: Staff Sgt. Jennifer D. Masters, 178th Wing
10/15/2016 Springfield Airman saves lives again, receives Ohio's highest military award
04/25/2017 Ohio Air National Guard offers a variety of high-tech career paths
09/07/2017 269th Combat Communications Squadron deploys in support of Hurricane Irma efforts
09/07/2017 269th Combat Communications Squadron deploys in support of Hurricane Irma efforts
09/17/2017 269th CCBS provides support to Tech Warrior exercise
10/13/2017 178th Wing firefighters train with fellow Airmen at Rickenbacker
10/15/2017 Retiring ATAG's career celebrated during ceremony at 178th Wing
11/04/2017 Hesterman takes over command of 178th Wing
01.06.2018 Ohio Air National Guard's Outstanding Airmen of Year winners announced
02.27.2018 178th Airmen team up with State Patrol for flood relief mission
07.13.2018 Springfield-based 251st CEIG earns Gen. Welsh One Air Force Award at NGB level
08.01.2018 Twins serve together for nearly 20 years at 178th Wing
10.03.2018 Looking back at Florence: 178th Wing assists with relief efforts for storm-ravaged states
10.09.2018 Responding when the community calls:Ohio Air National Guard firefighters provide emergency aid
04.03.2019 Survivors and Guard members remember deadly Xenia tornado on 45th anniversary
07.16.2019 178th Civil Engineering Squadron Airmen gain swift water rescue skills
08.16.2019 178th IAA Airmen provide key link in crisis communication during disasters
11.01.2019 Fitzgerald set to become first female commander of 178th Wing
11.03.2019 First female commander takes charge of 178th Wing
02/14/2020 A Lifesaver: Airman earns Ohio Cross for heroic rescue
02/14/2020 A Lifesaver: Airman earns Ohio Cross for heroic rescue
03/28/2020 Guard member ‘serving a greater purpose’
03/31/2020 Doctor helps keep Guard members safe to serve
03/31/2020 178th Wing analysts collecting critical information during COVID-19 response
05/29/2020 178th Wing Airmen serve their community at the local food bank
07/01/2020 178th MDG Key Spouse Group volunteers to aid in mask refurbishment
01/21/2021 Logistics team helps support COVID-19 relief efforts through PPE distribution mission
03/02/2021 Citizen-Airman: Career paths contribute to diverse journey for Guard member