Ronnie Keech

The 344th Air Refueling Squadron was originally activated during World War II as part of the U.S. Army Air Forces, serving initially as a bombardment unit. Reactivated and redesignated during the Cold War, the squadron became a key component of the Strategic Air Command, providing aerial refueling support with aircraft such as the KC-135 Stratotanker. Over the decades, the 344th has supported various operations, exercises, and contingencies around the globe, ensuring extended reach and endurance for U.S. Air Force bombers and fighters. Today, the squadron continues its vital role in global air mobility and power projection missions.