The 43rd Civil Engineer Squadron (43 CES) is a unit of the United States Air Force, historically based at Pope Army Airfield, North Carolina. The squadron has provided critical engineering, emergency services, and base support, enabling rapid deployment and sustainment of airlift operations—especially in support of the XVIII Airborne Corps and the 82nd Airborne Division. Over the years, 43 CES has played a vital role in both stateside and deployed environments, supporting contingency, humanitarian, and combat missions worldwide. Their expertise ranges from infrastructure maintenance to disaster response, embodying the Air Force’s mission to fly, fight, and win.
