3554 A & E squadron, Perrin AFB

The 3554th Armament & Electronics (A&E) Squadron was an essential support unit stationed at Perrin Air Force Base, Texas, during the Cold War era. Activated in the 1950s, the squadron was responsible for the maintenance, repair, and calibration of aircraft armament and electronic systems, primarily supporting the interceptor aircraft assigned to Perrin AFB, such as the F-86 Sabre and later the F-102 Delta Dagger. The 3554th A&E Squadron played a crucial role in ensuring the operational readiness of the base's aircraft, which were tasked with air defense missions under the Air Defense Command. The unit continued its support operations until Perrin AFB was closed in 1971 as part of a broader realignment of U.S. military installations.