Wing 46 - Gando Air Base, Gran Canaria

Wing 46 is a mixed wing of the Spanish Air and Space Force based in Gando, Gran Canaria, playing a fundamental strategic role in the defense of Canarian airspace and the eastern Atlantic.

Squadrons of Wing 46

462nd Squadron - Fighter and Attack
Equipped with EF-18 Hornet fighters, the 462nd Squadron is Wing 46's air combat unit, responsible for air defense, air superiority, and attack missions in the Canary archipelago and the Atlantic.

802nd Squadron - Search and Rescue
A search and rescue (SAR) unit equipped with AS332 Super Puma helicopters, the 802nd Squadron conducts maritime rescue missions, medical evacuations, and emergency support in the Canary Islands and surrounding waters.

Strategic Mission

Wing 46 ensures the surveillance and defense of Canarian airspace, provides immediate response capability to threats, and guarantees search and rescue services in one of the most strategic areas of the Atlantic. Its location in Gando makes it a key point for projecting the capabilities of the Air and Space Force.

Gando Air Base

Located in Gran Canaria, Gando Air Base is a strategic facility that combines fighter, transport, and rescue operations, being fundamental for Spanish security and sovereignty in the Canary archipelago.

Official Wing 46 Collection

Discover authentic Wing 46 merchandise: embroidered patches of the 462nd Squadron and 802nd Squadron, premium t-shirts with EF-18 Hornet designs, hoodies, and exclusive Gando Air Base accessories.

Collection features:

• Official designs with Wing 46, 462nd Squadron (EF-18), and 802nd Squadron (SAR) insignia
• Premium products: professional embroidered patches, high-quality textiles
• F-18 Hornet fighter and Super Puma helicopter merchandise
• Careful manufacturing that respects the wing's visual identity
• Ideal for pilots, base personnel, fighter aviation enthusiasts, and collectors

Each item in this collection is a tribute to the professionalism and commitment of Wing 46 personnel in defending Canarian airspace and carrying out rescue operations in the Atlantic.