The 100th Air Refueling Wing (ARW) is a large, diverse organization which conducts air refueling and combat support operations throughout the European and African areas of responsibility. Located at RAF Mildenhall in the United Kingdom, the wing directs reception and mobilizes for contingency operations. The 100th ARW refuels U.S. and partner nation military aircraft over a span of more than 20 million square miles using its 15 assigned KC-135 Stratotankers. The wing further supports more than 10,000 military, civilian, dependent and retiree personnel, including 3rd Air Force and four associated partner units.