307 AMS

• Origins: The 307th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron (307 AMS) is part of the United States Air Force and supports the 307th Bomb Wing, which operates the B-52 Stratofortress at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana. • Reserve Mission: The 307 AMS is an Air Force Reserve unit, playing a vital role in maintaining the combat readiness of the nation’s only reserve B-52 wing. • Lineage: The squadron traces its roots back to the World War II-era 307th Bombardment Group, which earned distinction in campaigns across the Pacific. • Reactivation: The 307 AMS was reactivated in September 2011, as part of the expanding role of the Air Force Reserve in strategic bomber operations. • Dual Maintenance: The squadron works closely with the active-duty 2nd Maintenance Group to ensure the B-52 fleet remains mission-ready at all times. • Deployment Support: Members of the 307 AMS have deployed worldwide, supporting operations such as Operation Inherent Resolve and other U.S. Air Force global commitments. • Award-Winning: The squadron has earned recognition for excellence, including maintenance effectiveness awards and safety commendations. • Heritage: The 307th’s history includes notable participation in the Vietnam War, when its parent wing flew Arc Light missions with the B-52. • Specialized Training: 307 AMS maintainers undergo rigorous training to work on the B-52, an aircraft that first entered service in the 1950s but continues to play a key role in strategic deterrence. • Community Involvement: The squadron is actively involved in the local Shreveport-Bossier community, supporting STEM initiatives, local events, and veteran outreach.