35 AMS (TAC), George AFB, CA

The 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron (Tactical), or 35 AMS (TAC), was an integral support unit at George Air Force Base, California, during the Cold War era. Tasked with maintaining and servicing tactical fighter aircraft, the squadron played a crucial role in ensuring the operational readiness of the 35th Tactical Fighter Wing. Throughout its tenure at George AFB, 35 AMS supported aircraft such as the F-4 Phantom II, contributing to training and rapid deployment capabilities for U.S. Air Force tactical operations. The squadron was inactivated following the closure of George AFB in 1992, marking the end of its distinguished service.