1352th AVS (MAC)

**1352d AVS (MAC) Military History:** The 1352d Air Base Squadron, later designated as the 1352d Airborne Video Surveillance (AVS) unit, was activated under the Military Airlift Command (MAC) during the height of the Cold War. Stationed primarily at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, the unit was tasked with providing advanced airborne video surveillance and telemetry support for missile launches and space operations. Throughout its service, the 1352d AVS played a critical role in monitoring test flights, supporting national security objectives, and enhancing the U.S. Air Force’s reconnaissance capabilities. The unit’s expertise contributed significantly to the success of numerous space and missile programs before it was inactivated in the late 20th century as missions and technologies evolved.