401st TFW

The 401st Tactical Fighter Wing (TFW) was first activated in 1957 as part of the United States Air Force, initially stationed at England Air Force Base, Louisiana. It played a significant role during the Cold War, deploying to Europe and providing air defense and tactical fighter support for NATO, notably operating out of Torrejon Air Base, Spain, from 1966. The wing flew various aircraft over its history, including the F-100 Super Sabre, F-4 Phantom II, and F-16 Fighting Falcon, adapting to evolving combat requirements. The 401st TFW was inactivated in 1994, marking the end of its distinguished service in both peacetime and crisis operations.