NIAGARA FALLS AIR RESERVE STATION, N.Y. -- Santa Claus arrived on base aboard a Niagara C-130 Hercules on Saturday, December 17, 2016. This was Santa’s last arrival here via the C-130 as the 914th Airlift Wing is transitioning to the KC-135 Stratotanker.
Children of all ages greeted Santa on the flight line before he was whisked away via Fire Engine to the Falcon Club Café. There, children and parents had the opportunity to enjoy refreshments and participate in craft activities while waiting for individual photos with Santa.
The free event brought together about 200 military members, retirees, civilian base employees and their guests.