Kim Holloway-Russ

The 438th Organizational Maintenance Squadron (438th OMS) was a unit of the United States Air Force, assigned to the 438th Military Airlift Wing. Stationed at McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey, the squadron was responsible for the organizational-level maintenance of aircraft, ensuring their operational readiness for airlift missions. Throughout its service, the 438th OMS supported various global and domestic operations by maintaining aircraft such as the C-141 Starlifter. The unit played a critical role in supporting the Air Force’s strategic airlift capability during the Cold War era and was eventually inactivated as part of post-Cold War restructuring.

9th Reconnaissance Wing

U.S. Air Force

The 9th Reconnaissance Wing, originally established in 1949, is a United States Air Force unit based at Beale Air Force Base, California. It has a distinguished history in aerial reconnaissance, operating high-altitude aircraft such as the U-2 Dragon Lady and previously the SR-71 Blackbird to gather critical intelligence during the Cold War, Vietnam War, and beyond. The wing has played a pivotal role in global intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions, supporting U.S. and allied operations worldwide. Continually adapting to new technologies and mission requirements, the 9th Reconnaissance Wing remains a cornerstone of America's strategic reconnaissance capabilities.