54th ARRS

The 54th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron (54th ARRS) was a United States Air Force unit primarily tasked with search and rescue operations. Activated in the early 1960s, the squadron was stationed at various locations, including Goose Air Base, Labrador, where it played a crucial role in providing rescue coverage for transatlantic flights and Cold War missions in the North Atlantic. The 54th ARRS operated a variety of aircraft, such as the HH-3E "Jolly Green Giant" helicopters, renowned for their reliability in harsh weather and remote conditions. The unit was inactivated in 1987, leaving a legacy of valor and dedication to saving lives in one of the most challenging environments in the world.