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366 GUNFIGHTERS
U.S. Air Force
366TH MMS
U.S. Air Force
366th MMS, DaNang
U.S. Air Force
The 366th Munitions Maintenance Squadron (366th MMS) was an integral support unit stationed at Da Nang Air Base, South Vietnam, during the Vietnam War. Tasked with the storage, assembly, inspection, and delivery of munitions, the 366th MMS directly supported the 366th Tactical Fighter Wing's combat operations, notably those flown by the "Gunfighters" F-4 Phantom II squadrons. The unit played a critical role in ensuring a steady supply of ordnance for air missions targeting enemy supply routes and positions. Their expertise and dedication contributed significantly to the airpower effectiveness of the United States Air Force throughout their tenure at Da Nang.
3707
U.S. Air Force
37TH TACTICAL FIGHTER WING
U.S. Air Force
388TH TAC KORAT, THAILAND
U.S. Air Force
3902ND ABWG, OFFUTTAFB, NE
U.S. Air Force
390th SMW
U.S. Air Force
The 390th Strategic Missile Wing (SMW) was activated in 1962 at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, as part of the United States Air Force’s efforts during the Cold War. Assigned to the Strategic Air Command, the 390th SMW operated LGM-25C Titan II intercontinental ballistic missiles, serving as a critical component of America’s nuclear deterrent force. The wing maintained 18 missile silos and played a vital role in national defense throughout its operational years. The 390th SMW was inactivated in 1984 following the decommissioning of the Titan II missile system.
3922nd Combat Support Group (SAC)
U.S. Air Force
The 3922nd Combat Support Group (SAC) was a United States Air Force unit assigned to the Strategic Air Command. Activated at RAF Mildenhall, England, in 1951, the group provided vital base and logistical support for SAC's strategic bomber and reconnaissance operations during the early years of the Cold War. Its responsibilities included maintenance, security, supply, and various services required to sustain deployed bomber and tanker units. The 3922nd CSG contributed significantly to NATO's deterrence posture in Europe before being discontinued in 1966 when USAF organizational structures at Mildenhall were realigned.
39TH SPF
U.S. Air Force
3rd Air Force
U.S. Air Force
The 3rd Air Force (3 AF) is a numbered air force of the United States Air Force, currently headquartered at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. Activated in 1942, it originally trained aircrews and provided air defense for the southeastern United States during World War II. After the war, the 3rd Air Force was reactivated in Europe, where it played a vital role in supporting U.S. and NATO operations during the Cold War and beyond. Today, the 3 AF oversees U.S. Air Force operations across Europe and Africa, ensuring rapid response and readiness in support of U.S. and allied interests.
3RD BOMB WING
U.S. Air Force
3RD FMS
U.S. Air Force
3rd Mobile Communication Group
U.S. Air Force
The 3rd Mobile Communication Group was a United States Air Force unit first activated in 1964 and based at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. Its primary mission was to provide deployable, tactical communications support to U.S. and allied forces worldwide, ensuring command and control capabilities in austere and mobile environments. Throughout its service, the group participated in numerous operations, exercises, and humanitarian missions, demonstrating flexibility and technical expertise. In 1992, it was redesignated as the 3rd Combat Communications Group, continuing its legacy of excellence in expeditionary communications until its inactivation in 2013.
3RD TACTICAL FIGHTER WING
U.S. Air Force
405 FMS
U.S. Air Force
40TH BOMB WING
U.S. Air Force
431st MMS
U.S. Air Force
The 431st Munitions Maintenance Squadron (431st MMS) was a unit of the United States Air Force primarily responsible for the storage, maintenance, and handling of munitions. Activated during the Cold War era, the squadron played a critical role in supporting USAF operations, ensuring that aircraft were supplied with safe and reliable ordnance. The 431st MMS was often stationed at overseas bases, contributing to NATO readiness and deterrence missions. The unit was eventually inactivated as part of post-Cold War drawdowns and restructuring of USAF munitions support units.
435th SPS
U.S. Air Force
The 435th Security Police Squadron (435th SPS) was an active United States Air Force security unit, primarily stationed at Rhein-Main Air Base in West Germany during the Cold War. Tasked with base security, law enforcement, and force protection, the squadron played a vital role in safeguarding critical airlift operations and U.S. personnel. Throughout its service, the 435th SPS responded to various security threats, adapting to evolving tactics and technologies. The unit was eventually inactivated following the drawdown of U.S. forces in Europe after the end of the Cold War.
436 OMS
U.S. Air Force
The 436th Organizational Maintenance Squadron (OMS) was an integral support unit within the United States Air Force, primarily assigned to the 436th Military Airlift Wing at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. Activated during the Cold War era, the 436 OMS was responsible for the organizational-level maintenance and servicing of the wing’s fleet of large transport aircraft, such as the C-5 Galaxy. The squadron played a critical role in ensuring aircraft readiness for global airlift missions, including humanitarian relief and military deployments. In the early 1990s, as part of an Air Force-wide reorganization, the 436 OMS was inactivated and its functions were absorbed into the consolidated Aircraft Generation Squadrons structure.
438TH APS
U.S. Air Force
4392 CAMS
U.S. Air Force
4392nd Civil Engineering Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 4392nd Civil Engineering Squadron was an integral unit within the United States Air Force, primarily active during the Cold War era. Stationed at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, the squadron was responsible for supporting missile operations and infrastructure development, particularly in connection with intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) programs. Its duties included construction, maintenance, and emergency repairs of base facilities and launch complexes, ensuring operational readiness and safety. The 4392nd CES played a vital role in sustaining the base’s mission until it was eventually redesignated as part of broader Air Force organizational changes.
43rd MMS
U.S. Air Force
The 43rd Munitions Maintenance Squadron (43rd MMS) was a United States Air Force unit responsible for the storage, maintenance, and handling of nuclear and conventional munitions during the Cold War. Activated in the 1950s, it was originally assigned to support the 43rd Bombardment Wing at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. The squadron played a critical role in ensuring the readiness and reliability of the wing’s Strategic Air Command bombers by maintaining their armament. The unit was inactivated in the late 1960s as part of Air Force restructuring and changes in the nation's strategic deterrence posture.