103rd RQS

The 103rd Rescue Squadron (103rd RQS) is a unit of the New York Air National Guard, based at Francis S. Gabreski Air National Guard Base in Westhampton Beach, New York. Established in 2004, the squadron is part of the 106th Rescue Wing and specializes in personnel recovery, combat search and rescue (CSAR), and pararescue operations. The highly trained pararescuemen, known as "PJs," are tasked with rescuing downed aircrew and isolated personnel in both combat and peacetime scenarios. The 103rd RQS has deployed personnel worldwide in support of Operations Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, and numerous humanitarian missions.