3360th School Sq

• Training Mission: The 3360th School Squadron was primarily responsible for providing advanced technical and academic training for U.S. Air Force personnel during the Cold War era. • Location: The unit was based at Chanute Air Force Base, Illinois, a major Air Training Command installation renowned for technical training. • Specialization: The 3360th specialized in training for missile systems, including the SM-65 Atlas, America’s first operational intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). • Role in the Cold War: The squadron played a key role in preparing personnel to operate and maintain America’s strategic missile deterrent during the height of East-West tensions. • International Training: The 3360th also trained foreign military students, including those from NATO allies, on missile and aerospace technologies. • Women in the Unit: The squadron saw an increase in female students and instructors in aerospace technical fields, reflecting changing Air Force policies in the 1970s and 1980s. • Deactivation: The 3360th School Squadron was inactivated following the closure of Chanute AFB in 1993 as part of post-Cold War realignment and base closures. • Historic Firsts: The unit was among the first in the Air Force to develop and use computer-assisted training programs for missile maintenance. • Heritage Museum: Artifacts and memorabilia from the 3360th are preserved at the Chanute Air Museum, keeping the squadron’s legacy alive. • Distinguished Alumni: Many graduates of the 3360th went on to key roles in America’s missile and space programs, including NASA engineers and Air Force officers.