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Grand Forks Air Force Base
Grand Forks Air Force Base plays a central role in the nation's defense. The 319th guarantees global reach and engagement for the U.S. and its allies through robust air refueling and airlift capabilities.
In addition, the wing's "Warriors of the North" support the Global War on Terror from more than a dozen deployed locations across the globe.
The Basics
Established: Feb. 8, 1957
Total Force Strength: (Active Duty and civilian) Approx. 2,100
Economic Impact: Approx. $434 million
Hours Flown: 31,856 (Fiscal Year 2008)
Sorties Flown: 5,406 (FY08)
Pounds of fuel off-loaded: Approx. 214 million (FY08)
What We Believe
AMC Mission: to provide global air mobility ... right effects, right place, right time.
AMC Vision: Unrivaled global reach for America ... Always!
Core Values: Integrity First, Service Before Self and Excellence in All We Do
Core Competency: Global Air Mobility
Senior Leaders
Wing Commander: Col. Tim Bush
Vice Wing Commander: Col. Christopher Mann
Wing Command Chief: Chief Master Sgt. David Carlson
Mission Support Group Commander: Col. Joe Lindsey
Medical Group Commander: Col. Jane Denton
Tenant and Supported Organizations
10th Space Warning System (Cavalier Air Force Station)
9 RG, Detachment 1 (ACC/Global Hawk)
Army Corps of Engineers Resident Office
Air Force Office of Special Investigation
Area Defense Council
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