Richard Bussell

The 35th Aircraft Generation Squadron (35 AGS) was an integral component of the United States Air Force, operating under the 35th Fighter Wing. Activated in the late 20th century, the squadron was responsible for the maintenance, generation, and readiness of combat aircraft, ensuring mission capability for assigned fighter units. The 35 AGS played a vital role in supporting operations from Misawa Air Base, Japan, contributing to regional security and various international exercises. In the early 2000s, the squadron was inactivated as part of an Air Force-wide reorganization that merged aircraft maintenance functions into consolidated maintenance squadrons.

The 35th Tactical Fighter Wing (35th TFW) traces its origins to World War II, initially activated as the 35th Fighter Group in 1940. It saw extensive combat in the Pacific Theater, supporting Allied operations in New Guinea and the Philippines. Reactivated and redesignated as the 35th TFW during the Cold War, the unit played a significant role in the Vietnam War, flying F-100 Super Sabres and later F-4 Phantoms from bases in Southeast Asia. Throughout its history, the 35th TFW has demonstrated adaptability and valor, contributing to U.S. airpower across multiple conflicts and regions.