Little Rock Air Force Base The 913th Airlift Group provides Combat Ready C-130 tactical airlift and support resources world-wide! COMPOSITION: Made up of 7 squadrons and a group staff Employs nearly 500 people (traditional & full time) 35% of the 913th Airlift Group’s work force is comprised of full-time U.S. Civil Service Civilians or Air Reserve Technicians Air Reserve Technicians maintain dual status as a traditional reservist and civil service employee Most members of the 913th Airlift Group live locally and contribute to the Central Arkansas economy The Group was activated on July 13, 2014 and is part of the 22nd Air Force, Air Force Reserve Command The 29th WPS is a geographically separated unit under the USAF Weapons School, Nellis AFB, Nevada. The squadron provides graduate-level instruction for C-130J pilots running 2 courses per year. From simulator validation and Marine Corps aircrew training to Army Veterinary services and Special Investigations, Team Little Rock provides a unique blend of services and skills, all focused on the defense of our nation. At a Glance Tenant Units Little Rock Air Force Base (501) 987 - 1110 www.littlerock.af.mil Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/littlerockairforcebase Quick Facts: PERSONNEL: 5,900 - Military Members 1,500 - Civilians both DoD and contractors 53,000 - Retirees Supported 249,000 - Veterans in Arkansas AIRCRAFT: “Home of C-130 Combat Airlift” – Combat- focused operators and the Formal Training Unit Approximately 60 C-130H/J aircraft are on the flight line at any given time. FISCAL: 4th largest employer in the state of Arkansas Local economic impact of approx. $813 million 10,000 jobs on-base 1,800 students trained annually COMMUNITY SUPPORT: In 1952, the local community raised over $800,000 to purchase and donated the 6,100 acres that Little Rock AFB sits on today. Since it first opened its gates in October 1955, the base and community have enjoyed a prosperous symbiotic relationship. With numerous mission changes to include reconnaissance, strategic bombing, nuclear missiles and tactical airlift, the community support has ensured the Airmen were always supported. With unwavering assistance, the base will continue to succeed largely in part to the local citizens. TEAM LITTLE ROCK - TOTAL FORCE: Air Mobility Command (lead), Air Education & Training Command, Air National Guard, Air Force Reserve Command, Air Combat Command, US Army, US Marine Corps and foreign partners
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Little Rock Air Force Base
The 913th Airlift Group provides Combat Ready C-130 tactical airlift and support
resources world-wide!Composition:
Made up of 7 squadrons and a group staffEmploys nearly 500 people (traditional & full time)35% of the 913th Airlift Group’s work force is comprised of full-time U.S. Civil Service Civilians or Air Reserve TechniciansAir Reserve Technicians maintain dual status as a traditional reservist and civil service employeeMost members of the 913th Airlift Group live locally and contribute to the Central Arkansas economyThe Group was activated on July 13, 2014 and is part of the 22nd Air Force, Air Force Reserve Command
The 29th WPS is a geographically separated unit under the USAF Weapons School, Nellis AFB, Nevada. The squadron provides graduate-level instruction for C-130J pilots running 2 courses per year.
From simulator validation and Marine Corps aircrew training to Army Veterinary services and Special Investigations, Team Little Rock provides a unique blend of services and skills, all focused on the defense of our nation.
At a Glance
Tenant Units
Little Rock Air Force Base(501) 987 - 1110www.littlerock.af.milFollow us on Facebook:www.facebook.com/littlerockairforcebase
Quick Facts: personnel:
5,900 - Military Members 1,500 - Civilians both DoD and contractors 53,000 - Retirees Supported 249,000 - Veterans in Arkansas
AirCrAft:“Home of C-130 Combat Airlift” – Combat- focused operators and the Formal Training UnitApproximately 60 C-130H/J aircraft are on the flight line at any given time.
fisCAl:4th largest employer in the state of ArkansasLocal economic impact of approx. $813 million10,000 jobs on-base1,800 students trained annually
Community support:In 1952, the local community raised over $800,000 to purchase and donated the 6,100 acres that Little Rock AFB sits on today. Since it first opened its gates in October 1955, the base and community have enjoyed a prosperous symbiotic relationship. With numerous mission changes to include reconnaissance, strategic bombing, nuclear missiles and tactical airlift, the community support has ensured the Airmen were always supported. With unwavering assistance, the base will continue to succeed largely in part to the local citizens.
teAm little roCk - totAl forCe:Air Mobility Command (lead), Air Education & Training Command, Air National Guard, Air Force Reserve Command, Air Combat Command, US Army, US Marine Corps and foreign partners
The 19th Airlift Wing executes, generates and supports unrivaled Combat Airlift...
Anywhere, Anytime!
The 314th Airlift Wing provides the world’s best C-130 Combat Airlift Training to DoD
and international partners!
The 189th Airlift Wing provides elite C-130H aircrew training and worldwide airlift capability, and provides effective and prompt support
to Arkansans whenever the Governor calls!
A Community-BAsed orgAnizAtion:PEOPLE: The majority of the 189th’s 920 professional men and women – mostly drill status Guardsmen – live and work in the central Arkansas area, providing a $53 million boost to the economy
READINESS: Guardsmen are trained and ready to serve the people of Arkansas in emergencies or natural disasters, as directed by the Governor
PARTNERSHIPS: The 189th is a key part of Team Little Rock
Wing snApshot:Training – Responsible for the C-130H Formal Training Unit (FTU) mission
EAAS – Enlisted Academic Aircrew School provides training for Air Force, international, and U.S. Marine Corps C-130 flight engineers and loadmasters
Dual Mission – More than 400 members stand ready for possible world-wide deployment
High Tempo – Flies an average of 6,000 plus hours, and 3,000 sorties per year – 10 sorties per day; 28,000 maintenance actions
Heritage – The Arkansas Air Guard has been a part of Arkansas’ skies since 1925
priorities: PEOPLE: Provide for the mental, physical, social and spiritual needs of Airmen and their families
READINESS: Organize, train and equip mission-ready Airmen
PARTNERSHIPS: Create synergy through existing and future relationships with our military and community partners
Wing snApshot:1 Runway - operates & maintains AMC’s busiest single runway operation with 15 million sq-ft of pavement
2 Aircraft Types - supports both C-130H and C-130J maintenance & flight operations
3 Co-located Airlift Wings - 19th AW (AMC), 314th AW (AETC) & 189th AW(AR ANG)
4 Groups - Mission Support, Medical, Operations & Maintenance with 3,700+ Combat Airlifters
5 MAJCOMs supported - Air Mobility Command, Air Education & Training Command, Air National Guard, Air Force Reserve Command & Air Combat Command
6+ Decades - LRAFB has benefited from outstanding community support since 1955
priorities: LEADERSHIP: Mission, Airmen & Families, Stewardship
TEAMWORK: Trust, Empowerment, Communication
DEVELOPMENT: People, Processes, Policy
Wing snApshot:Students – Trains 350+ students on any given dayPartnerships – Partners with Lockheed Martin and CymSTAR to execute 44,000 C-130H/J simulator flight hours per year in the largest C-130 simulator complex in the world
Training – Provides capstone training and award final aircrew qualifications
International Training – Operates the DoD’s largest international flying training program
International Impact – Has trained more than 800 international students from 47 nations since 2012
Heritage – Founded in 1942 as a Troop Carrier Group, the 314th has contributed to every major conflict since World War II
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