Al Udeid Air Base

Al Udeid Air Base at a glance

Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar is the location of the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing and a wider joint and coalition community. The wing's public mission centers on airpower generation, with airlift, aerial refueling, reconnaissance and aeromedical evacuation among the capabilities described in its official introduction. It also hosts regional headquarters and coordination organizations.

The expeditionary wing was reactivated in 2002 and traces its lineage to a Second World War bombardment group. That heritage is separate from the daily work of sustaining a modern overseas installation. Public wing information describes an air base group, air staff and mission-generation structure supporting numerous mission partners. Al Udeid should therefore be understood as a combined support and aviation hub, with organizations and temporary force presence subject to change.

Also searched as: Al Udeid, AUAB, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing.

Sources: 379th Air Expeditionary Wing introduction

Mission and major activities

• The 379th Air Expeditionary Wing generates aviation capability for joint and coalition requirements.
• Supports airlift, refueling, reconnaissance and aeromedical evacuation roles.

Sources: 379th Air Expeditionary Wing introduction

History and identity

The 379th Air Expeditionary Wing was reactivated in 2002, drawing on the lineage of a World War II bombardment group.

Sources: 379th Air Expeditionary Wing introduction

Location and community

Al Udeid Air Base is in Qatar within the U.S. Central Command region.

Sources: 379th Air Expeditionary Wing introduction; Al Udeid wing change of command

Before you arrive

Use these questions with your sponsor or gaining organization. They are a starting point for planning, including assignments, courses and training periods that differ from a routine permanent change of station.

1. Confirm the organization, duration and reporting instructions shown on your orders. Ask which office handles your arrival.
2. Clarify lodging and housing arrangements before booking. Ask about availability, required approvals and how to handle a late arrival.
3. For an overseas assignment, ask your sponsor about family travel authorization, required documents, medical screening, pets and vehicle shipment before making reservations.
4. Coordinate household goods and personal travel with the appropriate transportation office. Keep orders, receipts and important family records together.
5. Make a short list of contacts for medical care, schools, childcare and family support, where applicable to your assignment.

Official overseas moving resources   Housing allowance information

Sources: 379th Air Expeditionary Wing introduction

Resources for service members and families

Start with the official resources for Al Udeid Air Base and ask which services your household can use. For a training site, rotational location or Reserve component assignment, confirm arrangements with your unit rather than assuming the services of a large residential installation are available.

From this mission to your next career

The mission at Al Udeid Air Base suggests the following areas to consider when describing your experience. These are LockLeed career suggestions based on the public mission, not a list of vacancies or qualifications held by everyone assigned here.

Write down the equipment, systems, processes and teams you personally supported. Add a specific result you can discuss publicly, then match that evidence to the civilian role you want. Keep operational details and sensitive information out of your application.

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Frequently asked questions

Sources and editorial notes

Installation facts above are drawn from the official sources below. Career suggestions and planning questions are LockLeed editorial guidance. Use official offices for current policies, eligibility and arrangements.

1. 379th Air Expeditionary Wing introductionSupports: overview, mission, local context, planning note, history
2. Al Udeid wing change of commandSupports: local context

Reviewed 2026-09-30. This independent guide is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Defense. Map points are approximate and are not routing or reporting instructions.