by Tech. Sgt. Danielle Johnston
442nd Public Affairs office
5/3/2013 - WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- The 442nd Fighter Wing was annouced as the Air Force Association 2012 Oustanding Reserve Flying Unit April 23.
The award recognizes an AF Reserve wing that demonstrates superior performance and oustanding achievement throughout the year.
The wing was noted for seamlessly orchestrating a combined mission at four geographically separated units made up of more than 2,000 Airmen and 48 A-10 Thunderbolt IIs. Throughout 2012, the 442nd Fighter Wing trained and deployed 421 combat-ready Airmen to five nations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Not only did the wing contribute immensely to the flying mission, but it successfully completed a consolidated unit inspection and full established the Reserve's first fighter active association.
"I commend the wing on this tremendous achievement," said Col. Hubie Hegtvedt, who took command of the wing in April. "Based on my knowledge of this wing's history and my one month as part of it, it's not surprising that the wing is being recognized for superior performance and outstanding achievement."
