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750 MDS
U.S. Air Force
755 COMMUNICATIONS SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
755 OSS
U.S. Air Force
7551st ASUPS
U.S. Air Force
The 7551st Air Support Operations Squadron (ASUPS) was a United States Air Force unit activated during the Cold War period. Stationed in Europe, specifically at RAF Wethersfield, England, the 7551st ASUPS provided tactical air control and support to NATO ground forces. The unit played a crucial role in coordinating close air support missions and facilitating communication between air and ground elements. Its operations contributed significantly to strengthening NATO’s defensive posture during heightened tensions with the Warsaw Pact. The squadron was eventually inactivated as part of broader force realignments and restructuring in the late 20th century.
75TH FS
U.S. Air Force
76 sps
U.S. Air Force
762 RADS
U.S. Air Force
7625th SPS
U.S. Air Force
764th AC&W Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 764th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron (AC&W Squadron) was activated on 1 February 1951 as part of the United States Air Force’s effort to strengthen continental air defenses during the early Cold War. Stationed at Yuma County Airport, Colorado (later known as Burns Air Force Station), the squadron operated radar systems to detect and track potential airborne threats, providing critical early warning and guidance to interceptor aircraft. Throughout its service, the 764th AC&W Squadron was assigned to various Air Divisions and Defense Sectors under the Air Defense Command. The unit was inactivated on 1 June 1961 as advances in radar technology and changes in defense strategy led to the reorganization and consolidation of air defense assets.
766 radar squadron
U.S. Air Force
76TH FIS
U.S. Air Force
770 RADAR GATR
U.S. Air Force
The 770th RADAR Ground Air Transmit Receive (GATR) unit was a specialized communications detachment within the United States Air Force, primarily active during the Cold War era. Tasked with maintaining and operating critical radar and radio communications equipment, the 770th GATR provided essential support for air defense and control missions, ensuring secure and reliable links between ground stations and airborne assets. The unit often operated at remote radar sites, contributing to the early warning and air surveillance network designed to protect North American airspace. Throughout its service, the 770th GATR played a vital role in supporting both training exercises and real-world operations, reinforcing the effectiveness of U.S. air defense systems.
771ST RADAR SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
777 TACTICAL AIRLIFT SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
779th Tactical Airlift Sq
U.S. Air Force
The 779th Tactical Airlift Squadron was originally activated during World War II as part of the United States Army Air Forces, serving in the European Theater and flying combat missions with heavy bombers. Reactivated during the Cold War, the unit transitioned to tactical airlift missions, operating aircraft such as the Lockheed C-130 Hercules to provide rapid transport of troops, equipment, and supplies. Throughout its service, the 779th supported a variety of operations, including humanitarian missions, training exercises, and contingency deployments worldwide. The squadron’s legacy is marked by its adaptability and essential role in enhancing the mobility and logistical capabilities of the U.S. Air Force.
77TH AMU
U.S. Air Force
77th FS
U.S. Air Force
77TH MEDICAL GROUP
U.S. Air Force
78 ARS
U.S. Air Force
78 CEG
U.S. Air Force
788th ACWRON (ADC)
U.S. Air Force
The 788th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron (ACWRON) was a United States Air Force unit assigned to the Aerospace Defense Command (ADC). Activated in 1951 during the early years of the Cold War, the squadron was tasked with operating radar sites to provide air surveillance and early warning of potential threats to North American airspace. The unit was stationed at Waverly Air Force Station, Iowa, where it played a critical role in ground-controlled interception operations. The 788th ACWRON was inactivated in 1968 as advances in radar technology and changes in air defense strategy led to a consolidation of resources within the ADC.
78TH COMMUNICATIONS SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
790th Radar Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 790th Radar Squadron was a United States Air Force unit activated in 1951 as part of the nation's early warning radar defense network during the Cold War. Stationed at Kirksville Air Force Station in Missouri, the squadron was tasked with providing ground-controlled interception and airspace surveillance to detect and track potential Soviet bomber threats. Throughout its operational years, the 790th played a crucial role in the Air Defense Command's mission to protect the central United States. The squadron remained active until it was inactivated in 1968 as advances in technology and changes in defense strategy led to the consolidation of radar sites.
794TH AC-W SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force