63rd FMS

The 63rd Field Maintenance Squadron (63rd FMS) was a key support unit within the United States Air Force, primarily assigned to the 63rd Military Airlift Wing at Norton Air Force Base, California. Established during the Cold War era, the squadron was responsible for maintaining, repairing, and ensuring the operational readiness of the wing's aircraft, which included the C-141 Starlifter. Throughout its service, the 63rd FMS played a vital role in supporting global airlift missions, humanitarian relief, and strategic deployments. The unit’s expertise contributed significantly to the Air Force’s ability to project power and provide rapid mobility worldwide until its inactivation in the 1990s with the closure of Norton AFB.