72nd SPS

The 72nd Security Police Squadron (72nd SPS) was a United States Air Force unit responsible for base security and law enforcement, primarily stationed at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. Activated during the Cold War era, the squadron played a crucial role in protecting critical Air Force assets and personnel, ensuring the safety and security of the installation. The 72nd SPS provided continuous support for both peacetime operations and heightened alert periods, maintaining rigorous standards of readiness. With changes in Air Force organizational structure, the unit was later redesignated as the 72nd Security Forces Squadron, continuing its legacy of defense and protection.