314th Combat Support Group

• Origins in World War II: The 314th Combat Support Group traces its roots to the 314th Air Base Group, which was first activated during World War II to support troop carrier operations. • Support for Airborne Operations: The unit provided critical ground support for airborne forces, including logistics and maintenance for the 314th Troop Carrier Wing's aircraft. • Role in the Berlin Airlift: Elements of the 314th supported operations during the Berlin Airlift (1948-1949), helping to sustain the isolated city of Berlin during the Soviet blockade. • Reactivation During the Cold War: The group was reactivated and redesignated several times during the Cold War to meet the evolving needs of the U.S. Air Force. • Stationed at Little Rock AFB: The 314th Combat Support Group was based at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, a major hub for C-130 Hercules airlift training and operations. • Vietnam War Support: The group played a vital role in preparing aircrews and maintaining aircraft that were deployed to Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War. • Decorations and Honors: Over its history, the 314th Combat Support Group and its predecessor units earned multiple Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards for exceptional service. • Inactivation and Legacy: The group was inactivated in the early 1990s as part of an Air Force reorganization, but its legacy endures through successor units at Little Rock AFB. • Training and Readiness: The 314th was responsible for a wide range of base support functions, including security, civil engineering, supply, medical, and personnel support, ensuring constant readiness for both peacetime and wartime missions. • Nickname and Emblem: The unit was known for its distinctive emblem featuring a winged torch, symbolizing its mission to support and sustain air operations.