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33rd Comm Squadron, March AFB, CA
U.S. Air Force
The 33rd Communications Squadron (33rd Comm Sq) was a United States Air Force unit stationed at March Air Force Base, California. Throughout its history, the squadron provided vital communications and information systems support for base operations and tenant units, ensuring effective command and control capabilities. The squadron was instrumental in maintaining secure and reliable communications infrastructure during both peacetime and heightened alert periods, contributing to the base’s readiness posture. Over its years of service, the 33rd Comm Sq adapted to evolving technologies before its inactivation or realignment as part of Air Force organizational changes.
345TH TAS
U.S. Air Force
355 MMS
U.S. Air Force
363 Tac Recon Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 363rd Tactical Reconnaissance Wing (363rd Tac Recon Wing) was activated by the United States Air Force in 1947, originally designated as a bombardment and later as a reconnaissance unit. Throughout the Cold War, the wing was stationed at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, and played a critical role in providing aerial reconnaissance and intelligence gathering, particularly during crises such as the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Vietnam War. The wing operated a variety of aircraft over its history, including the RF-101 Voodoo and RF-4C Phantom II, to conduct tactical photo-reconnaissance missions. In the early 1990s, the 363rd shifted to a fighter role before its inactivation in 1993.
363 TRW
U.S. Air Force
36TH TAC FIGHTER WING
U.S. Air Force
37 SFS
U.S. Air Force
379 SPS
U.S. Air Force
379TH OMS
U.S. Air Force
The 379th Organizational Maintenance Squadron (OMS) was a key support unit assigned to the 379th Bombardment Wing of the United States Air Force. Activated during the Cold War era, the 379th OMS was responsible for the organizational-level maintenance of the wing's strategic bombers and tanker aircraft, ensuring their readiness for global operations. Stationed primarily at Wurtsmith Air Force Base, Michigan, the squadron played a vital role in supporting B-52 Stratofortress bombers and KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft during both peacetime and heightened alert periods. The unit remained active until the restructuring and eventual closure of Wurtsmith AFB in the early 1990s.
381 MIMS
U.S. Air Force
388TH MMS
U.S. Air Force
44TH SMW
U.S. Air Force
44TH SPS
U.S. Air Force
5073 ABG SHEMYA ALASKA
U.S. Air Force
50TH TACTICAL FIGHTER WING
U.S. Air Force
51st Air Police Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 51st Air Police Squadron was activated in 1948 as part of the United States Air Force to provide security and law enforcement for air bases, notably during the Korean War. Stationed at various times at Naha Air Base in Okinawa and later at Osan Air Base in South Korea, the squadron played a critical role in safeguarding personnel, resources, and aircraft against sabotage and enemy attacks. Throughout the Cold War and into the modern era, the unit evolved into the 51st Security Forces Squadron, adapting to changing threats and expanding its mission to include antiterrorism and force protection. The legacy of the 51st Air Police Squadron continues as an integral part of U.S. Air Force security operations in the Asia-Pacific region.
544 SIW
U.S. Air Force
561ST TFS
U.S. Air Force
586th Engineering (AFB)
U.S. Air Force
The 586th Engineering (Airfield Base) Battalion was a specialized unit within the military engineering corps, tasked primarily with the rapid construction, repair, and maintenance of airfields in forward operational areas. Activated during World War II, the 586th played a crucial role in enabling air operations by building and upgrading runways, taxiways, and associated infrastructure under combat conditions. The unit supported both Allied tactical and strategic air campaigns, often operating under enemy threat and in challenging environments. Following the war, the 586th continued to provide vital airfield engineering support during occupation duties and subsequent conflicts, earning commendations for their technical expertise and operational effectiveness.
5th Fighter Interceptor Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 5th Fighter Interceptor Squadron was originally activated in 1941 as part of the United States Army Air Forces. During World War II, it served in the Pacific Theater, providing air defense and escort missions. In the Cold War era, the squadron was reactivated and assigned to the Air Defense Command, flying various interceptor aircraft such as the F-86 Sabre and F-102 Delta Dagger to protect North American airspace. The unit was inactivated in 1968 after nearly three decades of distinguished service.
602 TACCS
U.S. Air Force
62 AGS
U.S. Air Force
6595th Aerospace Test Wing (AFSC)
U.S. Air Force
The 6595th Aerospace Test Wing was established in 1960 at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, as a unit of the Air Force Systems Command (AFSC). Its primary mission was the testing and evaluation of ballistic missile and space systems, including support for the development and launch of early U.S. military satellites. The wing played a key role in the advancement of space launch capabilities during the Cold War, particularly in support of the Atlas, Titan, and Thor missile programs. The 6595th Aerospace Test Wing was inactivated in 1979 as part of organizational restructuring within the Air Force’s space and missile operations.
6916TH SECURITY SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force