The Wisconsin Air National Guard is a component of the United States Air Force and serves both state and federal missions. It is part of the larger National Guard system, which allows members to support local communities during emergencies and deploy for national defense. Based in Madison, Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Air National Guard operates various aircraft and provides critical support in areas such as airlift, reconnaissance, and disaster response. Members train regularly to maintain readiness and can be called upon to assist in domestic operations or international missions as needed.