57th Wing

The 57th Wing, based at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, is a key component of the United States Air Force’s Air Combat Command. Originally activated in 1941 as the 57th Pursuit Group, it distinguished itself in World War II, particularly in the North African and Italian campaigns. Reactivated and redesignated several times over the decades, the unit now oversees advanced air combat training, including the famed USAF Weapons School and the Aggressor squadrons. Today, the 57th Wing plays a pivotal role in preparing Air Force personnel for modern aerial warfare through exercises such as Red Flag.