The 43d Airlift Group is a unit of the United States Air Force responsible for air transportation operations. Established on March 20, 1956, this group falls under the jurisdiction of the Air Mobility Command and is stationed at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. The 43d Airlift Group operates the C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, providing strategic airlift, air refueling, and specialized air transport missions worldwide. Throughout its history, the group has participated in numerous military operations, humanitarian efforts, and peacekeeping missions, demonstrating flexibility and readiness in response to various contingencies.