70th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing

The 70th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing (70th ISRW) traces its origins to World War II, where it was first activated as the 70th Reconnaissance Group in 1941. Throughout the decades, it evolved through multiple redesignations and mission changes, reflecting the growing importance of signals intelligence and modern ISR operations. Reactivated and assigned to the Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency in 2000, the wing is headquartered at Fort George G. Meade, Maryland. Today, the 70th ISRW serves as the "cryptologic wing" of the U.S. Air Force, providing vital signals intelligence to national decision-makers and combatant commanders worldwide.