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3rd Supply Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 3rd Supply Squadron was an essential logistics unit of the United States Air Force, originally activated during World War II to provide critical supply and materiel support to combat units. Its primary mission was to manage and distribute equipment, spare parts, and provisions, ensuring operational readiness for flying and support squadrons. Over the decades, the 3rd Supply Squadron played a vital role in supporting various operations and deployments, adapting to advances in logistics and supply chain management. Eventually, its functions were integrated into larger logistics and support organizations as part of Air Force restructuring and modernization efforts.
410 OMS
U.S. Air Force
The 410th Organizational Maintenance Squadron (410 OMS) was a unit of the United States Air Force that provided aircraft maintenance support, primarily for the 410th Bombardment Wing. Activated during the Cold War era, it was stationed at K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base in Michigan, where it played a crucial role in maintaining the operational readiness of B-52 Stratofortress bombers and KC-135 Stratotankers. The squadron ensured the wing’s aircraft were mission-ready for strategic deterrence and rapid response missions throughout its service. The 410 OMS was eventually inactivated following the restructuring and closure of K.I. Sawyer AFB in the mid-1990s as part of post-Cold War force reductions.
410th Combat Support Group
U.S. Air Force
The 410th Combat Support Group was a United States Air Force unit activated on 1 February 1959 at K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base, Michigan. Its primary mission was to provide essential support functions—including base operations, logistics, and maintenance—to the 410th Bombardment Wing, which operated B-52 Stratofortress bombers during the Cold War. The group played a vital role in maintaining the operational readiness of the base and its strategic assets as part of the Strategic Air Command. The 410th Combat Support Group remained active until it was inactivated on 1 August 1994, following the closure of K.I. Sawyer AFB.
412th MMS
U.S. Air Force
The 412th Munitions Maintenance Squadron (412th MMS) was a United States Air Force unit primarily responsible for the storage, maintenance, and handling of munitions at Air Force installations, notably supporting the 412th Test Wing at Edwards Air Force Base, California. The unit played a vital role in safely supporting flight test operations by providing munitions and armament services for a variety of aircraft. Throughout its history, the 412th MMS maintained a high standard of safety and readiness, directly contributing to the success of weapons testing and evaluation programs. The squadron's expertise ensured the operational effectiveness of the Air Force's most advanced weapon systems under test and evaluation.
436 MAC
U.S. Air Force
437 AGS
U.S. Air Force
443 AMS
U.S. Air Force
443 MAC
U.S. Air Force
The 443rd Military Airlift Command (MAC) was a unit of the United States Air Force, primarily based at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. Established during the Cold War era, the 443rd MAC played a pivotal role in training aircrews for strategic and tactical airlift missions, operating aircraft such as the C-141 Starlifter and C-5 Galaxy. The unit was responsible for preparing crews for worldwide air mobility operations, supporting both peacetime and contingency missions. In 1992, following Air Force restructuring, the 443rd MAC was inactivated and its mission was absorbed by the 97th Air Mobility Wing.
497 TFS
U.S. Air Force
50th CES
U.S. Air Force
The 50th Civil Engineer Squadron (50th CES) is a vital support unit within the United States Space Force, previously operating under the United States Air Force as part of the 50th Mission Support Group at Schriever Air Force Base, Colorado. Established to provide engineering, emergency management, and installation support, the 50th CES has played a crucial role in maintaining and upgrading infrastructure critical to space operations. Over the years, the squadron has ensured mission readiness by delivering fire protection, environmental management, and rapid response capabilities. The 50th CES continues to adapt and innovate, supporting the evolving needs of space and cyber operations in the modern era.
552 AEW-C WING
U.S. Air Force
55th Organizational Maintenance squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 55th Organizational Maintenance Squadron (OMS) was an integral support unit within the United States Air Force, assigned to the 55th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. Activated during the height of the Cold War, the squadron was responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and readiness of the wing’s aircraft, including the famed RC-135 reconnaissance fleet. Its skilled airmen ensured mission-capable rates remained high, directly supporting vital intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations around the globe. The 55th OMS was eventually inactivated in the late 20th century as part of Air Force organizational restructuring, with its legacy carried forward by successor maintenance units.
56th Special Operations Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 56th Special Operations Wing traces its origins to World War II, when it was first activated as the 56th Fighter Group and achieved distinction in the European Theater. Renowned for its high number of aerial victories, the unit flew P-47 Thunderbolts and produced several flying aces. In the decades following the war, the unit underwent several redesignations and mission changes, eventually becoming the 56th Special Operations Wing. Today, it is recognized for its expertise in unconventional warfare, specializing in direct action, counterterrorism, and support of special operations forces worldwide.
5TH MMS
U.S. Air Force
60TH MILITARY AIRLIFT WING
U.S. Air Force
628 MASS
U.S. Air Force
62ND FMS
U.S. Air Force
63RD APS
U.S. Air Force
63RD MILITARY AIRLIFT WING
U.S. Air Force
6925TH RSM
U.S. Air Force
6940th AB Group (USAFSS)
U.S. Air Force
The 6940th Air Base Group (USAFSS) was a United States Air Force Security Service unit stationed at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, during the Cold War. Activated in the early 1960s, its primary mission was to provide administrative and logistical support to USAFSS personnel engaged in intelligence and cryptologic training. The group played a vital role in preparing airmen for signals intelligence (SIGINT) operations worldwide. The 6940th AB Group remained active until the reorganization of USAFSS units in the late 1970s, after which its functions were absorbed by other support organizations at Goodfellow AFB.
6948 ESS
U.S. Air Force
6993RD SECURITY SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
78TH FIGHTER SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force