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1141ST USAF SPECIAL ACTIVITIES SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
116TH
U.S. Air Force
12 FS
U.S. Air Force
121 AIR REFUELING WING, RICKENBACKER IAP, OHANG
U.S. Air Force
127TH FIGHTER WING
U.S. Air Force
12th Missile Warning Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The **12th Missile Warning Squadron** (12 MWS) is a United States Space Force unit tasked with missile warning and space surveillance operations. Originally activated in 1967 as part of the Ballistic Missile Early Warning System (BMEWS), the squadron was stationed at Thule Air Base, Greenland, to provide early detection of intercontinental and sea-launched ballistic missile attacks against North America. Over the decades, the 12 MWS has played a critical role in strategic defense, utilizing advanced radar and detection systems to monitor missile activity and space objects. Today, the squadron continues its mission as part of Space Delta 4, contributing to global missile warning and space domain awareness.
12th usaf hospital cam rain bay
U.S. Air Force
The 12th USAF Hospital at Cam Ranh Bay was a key United States Air Force medical facility during the Vietnam War. Established in the late 1960s, it provided comprehensive medical care to American service members stationed at Cam Ranh Bay Air Base and supported air operations in the region. The hospital was staffed by Air Force medical personnel and offered emergency treatment, surgery, and recovery services for combat and non-combat injuries. Its strategic location and advanced capabilities made it one of the most important medical facilities in Southeast Asia until the base’s closure and turnover to South Vietnamese forces in 1972.
1363 AVS
U.S. Air Force
1369 AVS
U.S. Air Force
138th CES
U.S. Air Force
The 138th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) is a unit of the Oklahoma Air National Guard, assigned to the 138th Fighter Wing, headquartered at Tulsa Air National Guard Base. Established to provide engineering, emergency management, and disaster response capabilities, the 138th CES supports both domestic operations and overseas deployments. Its personnel specialize in construction, infrastructure repair, and base sustainment, playing a vital role in maintaining mission readiness for the wing. Over the years, the squadron has participated in numerous state and federal missions, contributing to both national defense and community support during natural disasters and emergencies.
14 FTW
U.S. Air Force
141st Air Refueling Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 141st Air Refueling Wing (141 ARW) is a unit of the Washington Air National Guard, stationed at Fairchild Air Force Base near Spokane, Washington. Originally established in 1956 as the 141st Fighter Group, the unit was later redesignated and transitioned to an air refueling mission in 1976, operating the KC-135 Stratotanker. Throughout its history, the 141 ARW has supported numerous operations, including Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom, providing aerial refueling and global mobility for U.S. and allied forces. The Wing continues to play a vital role in both state and federal missions, supporting national defense and disaster response efforts.
1501ST ATW TRAVIS AFB, CA
U.S. Air Force
1503rd ATW
U.S. Air Force
The 1503rd Air Transport Wing (ATW) was a key unit of the United States Air Force, activated in 1955 and based primarily at Tachikawa Air Base in Japan. Tasked with providing strategic airlift and logistical support throughout the Pacific region, the wing operated a variety of cargo aircraft, including the C-124 Globemaster II. The 1503rd ATW played a vital role in supporting military operations and humanitarian missions during the Cold War, notably during the Vietnam War era. The unit was inactivated in 1964 as part of a broader realignment of airlift resources in the Pacific theater.
152 Airlift Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 152nd Airlift Wing is a unit of the Nevada Air National Guard, stationed at Reno Air National Guard Base, Nevada. Originally established in 1958 as the 152nd Fighter-Interceptor Group, the unit transitioned to an airlift mission in the late 1960s, flying the C-130 Hercules aircraft. Over the decades, the 152nd Airlift Wing has participated in numerous domestic and international operations, including disaster relief, humanitarian missions, and overseas deployments in support of U.S. military objectives. The unit is renowned for its expertise in tactical airlift and aerial reconnaissance, contributing significantly to both state and national security.
155TH ARW
U.S. Air Force
157th comb sup sq Pease AFB (NHANG)
U.S. Air Force
The 157th Combat Support Squadron (157th Comb Sup Sq) is a unit of the New Hampshire Air National Guard (NHANG), stationed at Pease Air Force Base (now Pease Air National Guard Base) in Newington, New Hampshire. Established to provide essential support functions, the squadron has played a vital role in ensuring the operational effectiveness of the 157th Air Refueling Wing and its predecessor units. Over the years, the 157th Combat Support Squadron has contributed to both stateside and overseas missions, supporting Air Force operations during contingencies and national emergencies. Its personnel are trained to deliver a wide range of support services, including logistics, security, and base operations, upholding the readiness and mission capability of the New Hampshire Air Guard.
15TH AERIAL PORT
U.S. Air Force
15TH FIS
U.S. Air Force
15th Weather SQ
U.S. Air Force
The 15th Weather Squadron (15th WS) has a distinguished history providing vital meteorological support to military operations. Originally activated during World War II, the unit played a key role in forecasting weather conditions for air and ground missions across multiple theaters. Over the decades, the 15th WS has adapted to advancing technology and changing mission requirements, supporting both combat and humanitarian operations. Today, the squadron continues to deliver accurate, timely weather intelligence to ensure the success and safety of U.S. military forces around the globe.
1600th Support Group
U.S. Air Force
The 1600th Support Group was an integral logistics and support unit within the United States Air Force, primarily active during the Cold War era. Established in the late 1940s, the unit was assigned to support the operations of Air Force Headquarters and later played a crucial role at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland. The 1600th Support Group was responsible for base operations, transportation, supply, and maintenance, ensuring the smooth functioning of critical Air Force missions, including those related to Air Force One and other distinguished visitors. Its lineage and functions were eventually absorbed by successor organizations as the Air Force restructured its support and logistics units in the 1960s.
1605th MASS
U.S. Air Force
The 1605th Military Airlift Support Squadron (MASS) was a United States Air Force unit active during the Cold War era. Stationed at Rhein-Main Air Base in West Germany, the squadron was primarily responsible for providing airlift support and logistical services to military and humanitarian missions throughout Europe and beyond. The 1605th MASS played a crucial role in the movement of personnel, cargo, and mail, ensuring the effective operation of U.S. and allied forces during tense periods of East-West confrontation. The unit was eventually inactivated as part of the broader restructuring and drawdown of U.S. forces in Europe in the late 20th century.
1608th Periodic Maintenance Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 1608th Periodic Maintenance Squadron was a support unit of the United States Air Force, active primarily during the Cold War era. It was assigned to the 1608th Air Transport Wing at Charleston Air Force Base, South Carolina. The squadron’s primary mission was to conduct regular and specialized maintenance on aircraft assigned to Military Air Transport Service (MATS) operations, ensuring mission readiness and operational safety. Through its dedicated efforts, the 1608th Periodic Maintenance Squadron contributed significantly to the success of global airlift missions, including support for overseas deployments and humanitarian operations, before its inactivation in the late 1960s as part of Air Force organizational restructuring.
16SOS
U.S. Air Force