About Us:
Welcome to the official website of the 190th Air Refueling Wing. This site is provided as a public service through the cooperative efforts of the 190th ARW Public Affairs and the Kansas Air National Guard.
The 190th ARW is one of two Air National Guard units in the state of Kansas. Our unit is located on Forbes Field Air National Guard Base, Topeka, Kansas.
Our mission is flying the KC-135 air refueling aircraft in support of world-wide aerial refueling. Our more than 900-member unit, is rich in aerial history. The 190th began its Kansas history as the 117th Fighter Interceptor Squadron in Hutchinson, Kansas. In 1967, the unit moved to its current home, Forbes Field.
When the Kansas Air National Guard is not mobilized or under federal control, we report to the governor. 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.
Mission/Vision:
The 190th ARW’s strategic plan is OUR vision, crafted by and for each and every Kansas Coyote. Our pursuit of excellence is not a goal, but rather a common oath shared by all of us, the backbone of who we are, the commitment to each other and the advancement of our Wing. We embrace our interconnectedness, celebrate our combined talent, and reinforce our foundational culture! As we immerse ourselves in the mission, we forge a force stronger and more formidable than ever before.... together...FUELED BY PURPOSE!
Strategic Objectives:
Connected Culture
Combat Credible Force
Empowered Execution