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437 AERIAL PORT SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
438th CES
U.S. Air Force
The 438th Civil Engineer Squadron (438th CES) is a unit of the United States Air Force, historically aligned under the 438th Air Expeditionary Wing. Activated during periods of critical need, the squadron has provided essential engineering, construction, and base support services, particularly during deployments to Southwest Asia. The 438th CES played a vital role in maintaining and repairing airfield infrastructure, ensuring mission readiness and operational effectiveness in challenging environments. Known for its rapid response and technical expertise, the unit continues to support U.S. and allied operations through its commitment to excellence in civil engineering.
43rd SPS
U.S. Air Force
The 43rd Security Police Squadron (43rd SPS) was a United States Air Force unit responsible for base security and law enforcement, primarily stationed at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, during the Vietnam War era. Activated in the 1960s, the squadron played a crucial role in safeguarding strategic bombers and resources as part of Operation Arc Light and other Pacific operations. The 43rd SPS maintained a high state of readiness, conducting perimeter defense, patrols, and anti-sabotage missions. The unit was eventually inactivated or redesignated as Security Forces in line with USAF organizational changes in the late 20th century.
4450 TACTICAL GROUP
U.S. Air Force
449TH BOMB GROUP
U.S. Air Force
449TH OMS
U.S. Air Force
44TH FIGHTER SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
44TH MISSILE SECURITY SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
44th MSS
U.S. Air Force
The 44th Mission Support Squadron (44th MSS) was a United States Air Force unit stationed at Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota. Activated during the Cold War, the squadron provided essential personnel, logistics, and support services to the 44th Missile Wing, which maintained and operated intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) sites as part of the U.S. nuclear deterrent. The 44th MSS played a vital role in sustaining missile operations and ensuring the readiness of both personnel and facilities. The squadron was inactivated in the 1990s following the drawdown of missile forces and the eventual closure of the 44th Missile Wing.
4500 AIR BASE WING
U.S. Air Force
4624TH AIR BASE SQUADRON(SAGE)(ADC)
U.S. Air Force
The 4624th Air Base Squadron (SAGE) was a United States Air Force unit assigned to the Air Defense Command (ADC) during the early years of the Cold War. Activated in the late 1950s, the squadron played a key support role at SAGE (Semi-Automatic Ground Environment) facilities, which were central to North America's air defense network against potential Soviet bomber attacks. The unit provided essential base operations and logistical support to the personnel and systems operating the advanced radar and computer networks. The 4624th contributed to the readiness and effectiveness of air defense operations until its eventual inactivation as the SAGE system was phased out and air defense strategies evolved.
479TH TAC FIGHTER WING
U.S. Air Force
483RD SECURITY POLICE SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
485 TMW
U.S. Air Force
48FIS
U.S. Air Force
48TH FMS
U.S. Air Force
48TH MMS
U.S. Air Force
48TH SFS
U.S. Air Force
494th Fighter Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 494th Fighter Squadron, known as the "Panthers," was originally activated in 1941 as part of the United States Army Air Forces. During World War II, the squadron flew combat missions in the European Theater, providing crucial support in the Normandy invasion and subsequent campaigns. Reactivated during the Cold War, the 494th became a key component of U.S. Air Forces in Europe, operating from RAF Lakenheath in the United Kingdom. Today, the squadron flies the F-35A Lightning II, maintaining its legacy of excellence in air combat and supporting NATO operations.
49TH CRS
U.S. Air Force
4TH AGS
U.S. Air Force
4TH AIR FORCE
U.S. Air Force
4th Med Group
U.S. Air Force
The 4th Medical Group (4th Med Group) is a key medical support unit assigned to the 4th Fighter Wing, stationed at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina. Established to provide comprehensive healthcare to military personnel and their families, the unit has a proud history of delivering both routine and emergency medical services. Throughout its history, the 4th Med Group has played a vital role in supporting combat readiness, deploying medical teams in support of global operations and humanitarian missions. Its dedication to excellence has earned it numerous awards for outstanding performance and patient care.
5 SFS
U.S. Air Force