4756th Drone Squadron ADC

The 4756th Drone Squadron (Air Defense Command) was activated in the late 1950s as part of the United States Air Force's efforts to advance aerial target drone operations. Stationed primarily at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, the squadron operated surplus aircraft—such as modified B-17 Flying Fortresses and F-80 Shooting Stars—as radio-controlled drones for live-fire training and missile testing. These drones provided realistic targets for interceptor and surface-to-air missile crews, enhancing Air Defense Command's readiness during the early years of the Cold War. The 4756th Drone Squadron played a critical role in weapons development and training until its inactivation in the early 1960s.