What type of wing maintains and operates a base?

• A. Air Combat Wing
• B. Air Mobility Wing
• C. Air base wing
• D. Strategic Wing

Answer: (C)

The wing that maintains and operates a base is the Air Base Wing. This unit is the installation-support wing responsible for running base infrastructure and services that keep the base functioning for all tenants and assigned units. It covers facilities and civil engineering, security forces, logistics and supply, communications, medical, services, and mission-support functions, ensuring the base is ready, safe, and habitable for everyone on site. Other wings are organized around a specific mission—combat power, air mobility, or strategic forces—so they focus on delivering their particular capability rather than managing base-wide operations.