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Welcome to Chicopee,
Massachusetts

Originally part of Springfield, the birthplace of basketball, Chicopee was home to the first gasoline-powered automobile made in the U.S.A. and is now home to largest producers of Polish foods.
About Westover ARB
View More ImagesWestover Air Reserve Base is a "joint use" military and general aviation airport and the other occupant is the Metropolitan Airport. It has one of the longest runways on the east coast.
View More Images Aircraft at Westover ARB
C-5 have operated out of this base since 1987. Mission: The 439th Airlift Wing is responsible for moving equipment and troops. This is a proud base in operation since 1940.