623rd AC&W

The 623rd Aircraft Control & Warning Squadron (AC&W) was a United States Air Force unit activated during the early years of the Cold War. Established in 1950, the squadron was primarily responsible for operating radar stations in Japan, providing early warning and airspace surveillance against potential threats in the Far East. The 623rd AC&W played a crucial role in air defense coordination and control of interceptor aircraft throughout its tenure. The unit was eventually inactivated in the mid-1960s, as advancements in radar technology and changes in strategic requirements led to the reorganization of air defense assets in the region.