The 506th Air Expeditionary Group is a unit within the United States Air Force that specializes in air expeditionary operations. Established in 1942, it has a rich history spanning several decades, serving primarily during the Cold War and participating in various conflicts such as Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. The group operates under Air Mobility Command (AMC) and is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing air mobility, airlift, aerial refueling, and associated support functions. Its primary mission includes strategic airlift, tactical airlift, aeromedical evacuation, and air-to-air refueling operations. The 506th Air Expeditionary Group is stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington.