3400 UPT Columbus AFB MS

The 3400th Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) Group at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, played a pivotal role in the United States Air Force’s pilot training mission during the mid-20th century. Established in the early 1950s, the unit was responsible for providing initial flight instruction and advanced pilot training to Air Force cadets and officers. Utilizing aircraft such as the T-37 Tweet and T-38 Talon, the 3400th UPT Group helped produce thousands of skilled pilots who went on to serve in various operational and combat roles. The group's legacy contributed significantly to the Air Force’s readiness and operational capabilities during the Cold War era.