Part of United States Air Force-New York Air National Guard Mission-Our mission is to provide worldwide Personnel Recovery, C ... ombat Search and Rescue Capability, Expeditionary Combat Support, and Civil Search and Rescue Support to Federal and State authorities. We provide Personnel Recovery to the state of New York and deployed operations that we are tasked to support. Vision-The 106th Rescue Wing deploys worldwide to provide combat search and rescue coverage for U.S. and allied forces. We are a World-Class Team of diverse, adaptable personnel recovery focused war fighters. Motto-"That Others May Live" Federal Mission-Provide trained and equipped personnel, capable of augmenting active duty forces in time of war, national emergencies and increased national security. State Mission-Assist the State of New York in disaster relief and other state emergencies as directed by the governor. USAF Diversity Vision-A highly capable, credible workforce whose strength is rooted in its diversity read more