Scott Bentley

The 178th Tactical Fighter Group (178th TFG) was a unit of the Ohio Air National Guard, originally established in 1962 at Springfield Air National Guard Base, Ohio. Initially flying the F-84F Thunderstreak, the unit transitioned to the F-100 Super Sabre in the late 1970s and later to the A-7D Corsair II in the 1980s, reflecting its evolving tactical fighter role. The 178th TFG participated in numerous training exercises, maintaining combat readiness during the Cold War and supporting both state and federal missions. In the 1990s, the unit transitioned to the F-16 Fighting Falcon before its mission shifted from tactical fighter to intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance in the 2000s.

RAF Upper Heyford was a Royal Air Force station located in Oxfordshire, England. It was first established in 1918 and played a significant role during both World War II and the Cold War. During the Second World War, it served primarily as a training and operational base for bomber and reconnaissance units. In the post-war era, RAF Upper Heyford became a key United States Air Force base, hosting Strategic Air Command and later Tactical Air Command units until its closure in 1994. The site is remembered for its pivotal contribution to NATO air operations and its long-standing Anglo-American partnership.

The 20th Security Police Squadron (20th SPS) was a United States Air Force unit assigned to provide base security and law enforcement at RAF Upper Heyford, England, during the Cold War. Activated in the 1950s, the squadron played a crucial role in safeguarding USAFE assets, including nuclear-capable aircraft and strategic resources. Throughout its tenure, the 20th SPS enforced security protocols, managed access control, and responded to potential threats, ensuring the operational readiness of the 20th Tactical Fighter Wing. The unit was inactivated following the closure of RAF Upper Heyford in the 1990s, marking the end of its distinguished service.