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100TH OMS
U.S. Air Force
104 Weather Flight
U.S. Air Force
The 104th Weather Flight is a specialized unit within the Air National Guard, tasked with providing combat weather support to military operations. Activated in the mid-20th century, the unit has played a crucial role in delivering timely and accurate meteorological data to support both peacetime and wartime missions. Members of the 104th Weather Flight have deployed alongside Army and Air Force units, offering critical weather forecasts that impact mission planning and troop safety. Over the years, the unit has participated in numerous domestic and overseas operations, earning a reputation for professionalism and reliability in the field of military meteorology.
10TH EMS
U.S. Air Force
10TH SECURITY POLICE
U.S. Air Force
12 OMS
U.S. Air Force
120TH FW
U.S. Air Force
12TH FIGHTER SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
12th Tactical Intelligence Squadron (TIS)
U.S. Air Force
The 12th Tactical Intelligence Squadron (TIS) was activated in the early 1990s to provide advanced battlefield intelligence support to joint and combined operations. Initially equipped with state-of-the-art signals and imagery analysis platforms, the unit played a pivotal role in monitoring adversary movements during Operation Desert Storm. Over the years, the 12th TIS enhanced its capabilities by integrating cutting-edge cyber intelligence and unmanned aerial reconnaissance technologies. Today, the squadron continues to support theater commanders with real-time intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) in various global operations.
13 TFS
U.S. Air Force
130TH AIRLIFT WING
U.S. Air Force
13TH
U.S. Air Force
14 TRS
U.S. Air Force
144th Fighter Wing California Air National Guard Base
U.S. Air Force
The 144th Fighter Wing is a unit of the California Air National Guard, headquartered at the Fresno Air National Guard Base in Fresno, California. Established in 1948, the wing has a distinguished history supporting both state and federal missions, including air defense, homeland security, and overseas deployments. Over the decades, the 144th has operated several aircraft, transitioning from the F-86 Sabre to the F-16 Fighting Falcon, and currently flying the advanced F-15C Eagle. The unit has played a critical role in protecting the airspace of the western United States and responding to emergencies such as natural disasters and national security events.
146 AES
U.S. Air Force
14TH FIGHTER SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
14th MAS
U.S. Air Force
The 14th Military Airlift Squadron (14th MAS) was a unit of the United States Air Force that played a crucial role in strategic airlift operations during the Cold War. Initially activated during World War II, the squadron was re-designated several times before becoming the 14th MAS in the 1960s under the Military Airlift Command. Equipped primarily with C-141 Starlifter aircraft, the 14th MAS was responsible for transporting troops, equipment, and supplies to conflict zones and support areas worldwide. The squadron earned recognition for its performance during major operations, including the Vietnam War, before its eventual inactivation as part of force restructuring.
157th CES
U.S. Air Force
The 157th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) is a unit of the New Hampshire Air National Guard, assigned to the 157th Air Refueling Wing at Pease Air National Guard Base. Established to provide vital engineering, construction, and emergency services support, the squadron has played a key role in maintaining and improving base infrastructure. Over its history, the 157th CES has deployed personnel in support of both domestic operations—such as disaster response—and overseas contingency missions, showcasing their versatility and technical expertise. Their commitment to readiness and rapid response has made them an essential component of both state and federal missions.
159TH FIGHTER WING
U.S. Air Force
15TH AERIAL PORT SQ
U.S. Air Force
1605 SPS
U.S. Air Force
1607 oms dover del
U.S. Air Force
The 1607th Organizational Maintenance Squadron (OMS) was an Air Force unit based at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, during the Cold War era. Activated in the late 1950s, the squadron provided vital maintenance support for the aircraft assigned to the 1607th Air Transport Wing, which operated large transport planes such as the C-124 Globemaster II. The 1607 OMS was responsible for ensuring the readiness and reliability of aircraft engaged in global airlift missions, supporting both peacetime logistics and contingency operations. The squadron remained an integral part of Dover AFB's mission until the Air Force's organizational restructuring in the late 1960s led to its inactivation or re-designation.
1631st Air Base Group
U.S. Air Force
The 1631st Air Base Group was a United States Air Force unit activated in the early 1960s to provide base support services at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland. Its primary mission was to oversee installation management, logistics, and security for the critical air base serving the Washington, D.C. area. The group played a vital role in supporting the operations of key aircraft, including those used for presidential and senior government transport. The 1631st Air Base Group was inactivated in the early 1990s as part of an Air Force-wide reorganization, with its functions absorbed by successor units.
16th Air Force Spain
U.S. Air Force
The 16th Air Force was a numbered air force of the United States Air Force, established in July 1954 and headquartered at Torrejon Air Base, Spain. Its primary mission involved overseeing USAF operations and supporting NATO objectives in Southern Europe, North Africa, and the Mediterranean during the Cold War. The unit coordinated strategic reconnaissance, air defense, and tactical air operations, often working closely with Spanish military forces under bilateral agreements. The 16th Air Force remained a vital component of US and allied air power in the region until its relocation to Italy in 1992, marking the end of its era in Spain.
16th Transportation Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The **16th Transportation Squadron** was an Air Force logistics unit established to provide essential ground transportation and vehicle management support. Activated in the early years of the Cold War, the squadron played a key role in ensuring the movement of personnel, equipment, and supplies at various U.S. Air Force bases both in the continental United States and overseas. Over its period of service, the 16th Transportation Squadron supported a wide range of operations, including routine base logistics and contingency missions during periods of heightened military activity. The unit was eventually inactivated or redesignated as part of broader Air Force organizational changes in the late 20th century.