157th CES

• Origins: The 157th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) is part of the 157th Air Refueling Wing, New Hampshire Air National Guard, based at Pease Air National Guard Base. • Establishment: The 157th CES was officially activated in the 1950s, providing engineering and emergency services to support Air Force operations. • Disaster Response: The unit has been mobilized numerous times for state emergencies, including responses to snowstorms, floods, and the aftermath of hurricanes in New Hampshire and surrounding states. • Global Deployments: Members of the 157th CES have deployed to the Middle East in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, constructing and maintaining facilities in challenging environments. • Humanitarian Missions: The squadron has participated in humanitarian civil engineering projects in Central America and the Caribbean, building schools, clinics, and infrastructure for communities in need. • Base Improvements: The 157th CES has played a vital role in the expansion and modernization of Pease Air National Guard Base, including runway repairs and construction of new hangars. • Firefighting Capability: The squadron includes a Fire Protection Flight, which provides aircraft rescue and firefighting services both at home and in deployed locations. • Training Excellence: The unit is recognized for its realistic and rigorous training exercises, preparing Airmen for rapid deployment and disaster response worldwide. • Unit Awards: The 157th CES has earned several Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards for its exceptional performance and mission accomplishments. • Community Engagement: The squadron is active in local community support, including volunteering for public works projects and veterans’ events across New Hampshire.