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8TH FIGHTER BOMBER WING
U.S. Air Force
8TH FIGHTER SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
8TH MAPS
U.S. Air Force
8TH SUPPLY SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
8TH TBS
U.S. Air Force
8th TFW,Kunsan Korea
U.S. Air Force
The 8th Tactical Fighter Wing (8th TFW), known as the "Wolf Pack," was first activated during World War II and distinguished itself in the Pacific Theater. Reactivated during the Vietnam War, the unit achieved fame for its combat effectiveness. In 1974, the 8th TFW relocated to Kunsan Air Base, South Korea, where it assumed a critical role in the defense of the Korean Peninsula. Today, the unit continues its mission at Kunsan, providing airpower and maintaining readiness to support U.S. and allied operations in Northeast Asia.
906 AREFS
U.S. Air Force
91 TRS
U.S. Air Force
917TH
U.S. Air Force
92 BMW
U.S. Air Force
928TH TAG
U.S. Air Force
94TH FIGHTER SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
960TH AWACS
U.S. Air Force
961st AWACS
U.S. Air Force
The 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron (AWACS) is a United States Air Force unit established in 1955, originally as the 961st Airborne Early Warning and Control Squadron. Stationed at Kadena Air Base, Japan, the squadron operates E-3 Sentry AWACS aircraft, providing airborne surveillance, command, control, and communications for U.S. and allied forces in the Pacific region. The 961st AWACS has played a critical role in regional security, participating in numerous joint and multinational exercises, and supporting combat operations such as Operation Desert Storm and Operation Enduring Freedom. Its enduring mission contributes significantly to the air defense and situational awareness capabilities of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command.
962nd AWACS
U.S. Air Force
The **962nd Airborne Air Control Squadron (AWACS)** is a United States Air Force unit based at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. Established in 1986, the squadron operates the E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System aircraft, providing airborne surveillance, command, control, and communications for military operations. The 962nd AWACS has played a crucial role in the defense of North American airspace, particularly in support of Alaskan NORAD Region missions and Pacific theater operations. Over the years, the unit has participated in numerous joint exercises and real-world contingencies, ensuring air superiority and situational awareness for U.S. and allied forces.
97 SPS
U.S. Air Force
97th Combat Support Group
U.S. Air Force
The **97th Combat Support Group** was activated on November 16, 1952, at Biggs Air Force Base, Texas, as part of the United States Air Force. It provided essential base services and support for the 97th Bombardment Wing during the Cold War era, ensuring operational readiness of both personnel and equipment. The group was later relocated to Blytheville Air Force Base, Arkansas, and continued its mission of logistical, security, and administrative support. Over its history, the 97th Combat Support Group played a vital role in maintaining the effectiveness and sustainability of strategic bomber operations until its eventual inactivation.
99 CES
U.S. Air Force
9TH
U.S. Air Force
9TH FIGHTER SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
9TH MEDICAL GROUP
U.S. Air Force
AFOTEC
U.S. Air Force
The Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center (AFOTEC) was established in 1974 as a direct reporting unit of the United States Air Force. Its primary mission is to conduct independent, objective, and rigorous operational testing and evaluation of new and modified Air Force systems to determine their effectiveness and suitability for combat use. Headquartered at Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico, AFOTEC personnel operate at numerous locations across the United States and occasionally abroad. Over the decades, AFOTEC has played a key role in ensuring that advanced technologies and weapon systems meet the demands of real-world military operations before full-scale deployment.
AFRES
U.S. Air Force
The Air Force Reserve (AFRES), officially known as the United States Air Force Reserve, was established in 1948 as a separate component of the U.S. Air Force. Originally created to provide a ready pool of trained airmen and units for national emergencies and war, AFRES played significant roles in conflicts ranging from the Korean War to Operation Desert Storm. Over the decades, the unit expanded its mission sets to include airlift, refueling, reconnaissance, and support roles, integrating closely with active duty forces. In 1997, AFRES was reorganized as the Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC), reflecting its vital, ongoing contribution to U.S. airpower and global military operations.
AIR FORCE ORIENTATION GROUP
U.S. Air Force