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380th FMS

U.S. Air Force

The 380th Field Maintenance Squadron (FMS) was a key support unit within the United States Air Force, historically assigned to the 380th Bombardment Wing. Activated during the Cold War, the 380th FMS was responsible for providing comprehensive maintenance and repair for the wing's aircraft and equipment, ensuring operational readiness. Stationed at Plattsburgh Air Force Base, New York, the squadron played a vital role in supporting Strategic Air Command operations, including the maintenance of B-52 Stratofortress bombers and KC-135 Stratotankers. The unit was inactivated in the early 1990s following the end of the Cold War and the subsequent restructuring of Air Force maintenance organizations.

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Origins: The 380th FMS, or 380th Field Maintenance Squadron, was originally part of the 380th Bombardment Group, which was activated during World War II.
World War II Service: The unit provided maintenance support for B-24 Liberator bombers operating in the Pacific Theater, particularly during missions over the Netherlands East Indies and the Philippines.
Nickname: The 380th Bombardment Group, supported by the 380th FMS, was known as the "Flying Circus" due to its colorful nose art and frequent relocations.
Distinguished Unit: The 380th BG, supported by the FMS, earned two Distinguished Unit Citations for its operations in the Southwest Pacific.
Post-War Reassignments: After WWII, the squadron was inactivated but later reactivated during the Cold War as the Air Force shifted focus.
Strategic Air Command: The 380th FMS was part of the Strategic Air Command during the Cold War, supporting B-47 and later KC-135 operations.
Operation Desert Storm: Elements of the 380th FMS played a support role during Operation Desert Storm, ensuring mission readiness of deployed aircraft.
Modern Era: The unit reemerged as part of the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing, supporting operations in the Middle East since the early 2000s.
Aircraft Supported: Over the decades, the 380th FMS has maintained numerous aircraft, including the B-24 Liberator, B-47 Stratojet, KC-135 Stratotanker, and U-2 reconnaissance planes.
Legacy: The 380th FMS is known for its high standards of maintenance excellence, often cited in Air Force records for outstanding unit achievements and mission support.

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380th FMS

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David Pampuch

U.S. Air Force Veteran · 1986 - 1988

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David Ohler

U.S. Air Force · 1973 - 1977

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Paul Dean

U.S. Air Force · 1970 - 1972

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Kevin Trombley

U.S. Air Force Military Retiree · 1981 - 1984

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About 380th FMS

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Historical Facts

Origins: The 380th FMS, or 380th Field Maintenance Squadron, was originally part of the 380th Bombardment Group, which was activated during World War II.
World War II Service: The unit provided maintenance support for B-24 Liberator bombers operating in the Pacific Theater, particularly during missions over the Netherlands East Indies and the Philippines.
Nickname: The 380th Bombardment Group, supported by the 380th FMS, was known as the "Flying Circus" due to its colorful nose art and frequent relocations.
Distinguished Unit: The 380th BG, supported by the FMS, earned two Distinguished Unit Citations for its operations in the Southwest Pacific.
Post-War Reassignments: After WWII, the squadron was inactivated but later reactivated during the Cold War as the Air Force shifted focus.
Strategic Air Command: The 380th FMS was part of the Strategic Air Command during the Cold War, supporting B-47 and later KC-135 operations.
Operation Desert Storm: Elements of the 380th FMS played a support role during Operation Desert Storm, ensuring mission readiness of deployed aircraft.
Modern Era: The unit reemerged as part of the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing, supporting operations in the Middle East since the early 2000s.
Aircraft Supported: Over the decades, the 380th FMS has maintained numerous aircraft, including the B-24 Liberator, B-47 Stratojet, KC-135 Stratotanker, and U-2 reconnaissance planes.
Legacy: The 380th FMS is known for its high standards of maintenance excellence, often cited in Air Force records for outstanding unit achievements and mission support.