137th Airlift Squadron
Description
The 137th Airlift Squadron (137 AS) is a unit of the New York Air National Guard 105th Airlift Wing located at Stewart Air National Guard Base, Newburgh, New York. The 137th is equipped with the C-17A Globemaster III. Its role is for Airlifting and has been active since August 1942. It received the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award in 1970 after becoming part of the Tactical Air Command. During Hurricane Andrew in September 1992, it played a major role in delivering food, tents, vehicles, mobile kitchens, and emergency services personnel to the Homestead area of South Florida.
