45th AMU 67th TRW

The 45th Aircraft Maintenance Unit (AMU) was an integral part of the 67th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing (TRW) of the United States Air Force. Primarily stationed at Mountain Home Air Force Base and later at Bergstrom Air Force Base during the Cold War era, the 45th AMU supported the wing’s mission by maintaining and servicing reconnaissance aircraft such as the RF-101 Voodoo and RF-4C Phantom II. The unit played a crucial role in ensuring the operational readiness of aircraft tasked with tactical reconnaissance missions, providing vital intelligence during periods of heightened tensions. Throughout its service, the 45th AMU earned recognition for its high standards of aircraft maintenance, directly contributing to the effectiveness of the 67th TRW’s reconnaissance operations.