66th Tactical Recon Wing

The 66th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing (66th TRW) was activated in 1952 and played a critical role during the Cold War era. Initially stationed in the United States, the wing was soon deployed to Europe as part of the United States Air Forces in Europe (USAFE), where it provided vital aerial reconnaissance and intelligence-gathering capabilities. Flying aircraft such as the RF-84F Thunderflash and later the RF-101 Voodoo, the 66th TRW supported NATO operations and helped monitor Warsaw Pact military activity. The wing continued its reconnaissance mission until its inactivation in 1970, leaving a legacy of vigilance and operational excellence in support of allied defense.