8th Airlift Squadron

The 8th Airlift Squadron “Workhorses” have a proud legacy of supporting world events requiring airlift dating back to 1933.  Aircrews of the 8 AS operate the C-17 Globemaster III aircraft directly supporting numerous U.S. Government agencies and international forces in global operations ranging from troop airlift/airdrop to life-saving medivac and humanitarian/disaster relief. 

"First in War, First in Peace"  

Airlift Dominance…Through Dedication to the Mission & Each Other

The mission of the 8th Airlift Squadron is to execute our Nation’s worldwide power projection capability.