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ABOUT 52nd CES
- Origins: The 52nd Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) is part of the 52nd Fighter Wing, based at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, supporting USAFE-AFAFRICA missions.
- Infrastructure Support: The squadron manages over 1,300 facilities and 2,000 acres, maintaining the critical infrastructure necessary for flight and base operations.
- Rapid Emergency Response: 52nd CES includes the Fire Emergency Services flight, which has responded to hundreds of emergencies, safeguarding both personnel and high-value aircraft.
- Deployed Operations: Personnel from 52nd CES have deployed to numerous locations, including Iraq, Afghanistan, and Africa, constructing and maintaining expeditionary airfields and base camps.
- Combat Readiness Training: The squadron regularly participates in NATO and joint exercises, ensuring rapid repair capabilities for runways and utilities during simulated attacks.
- Energy Initiatives: The 52nd CES has led several innovative energy reduction projects, including solar panel installations, earning recognition for environmental stewardship.
- Historic Achievements: In 2017, 52nd CES was awarded the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award for exceptional performance during a challenging year of deployments and base support.
- Disaster Recovery Expertise: Members have been called to assist with disaster recovery operations, such as clearing snow from runways during record European winters and restoring power after severe storms.
- Heritage Ties: The unit traces its roots to earlier Air Force engineering units that supported Cold War and NATO operations across Europe.
- Community Partnerships: 52nd CES often partners with local German communities for joint projects, fostering strong host-nation relations and cross-cultural teamwork.