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23 CRS
U.S. Air Force
23RD FIGHTER WING
U.S. Air Force
23rd Maintenance Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 23rd Maintenance Squadron (23rd MXS) is a vital unit within the United States Air Force, stationed at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. It was originally activated to provide comprehensive maintenance support for the 23rd Wing, ensuring the operational readiness of aircraft such as the A-10C Thunderbolt II and the HC-130J Combat King II. Over the years, the squadron has supported numerous deployments and combat operations, delivering critical backshop maintenance, fabrication, and munitions support. The 23rd MXS continues to uphold a proud tradition of excellence, enabling the 23rd Wing's combat search and rescue and close air support missions worldwide.
24 CAMS
U.S. Air Force
26TH SECURITY POLICE SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
26th SPS:443rdSPS
U.S. Air Force
The 26th Security Police Squadron (26th SPS) and the 443rd Security Police Squadron (443rd SPS) were United States Air Force units tasked with base security and law enforcement duties, primarily during the Cold War era. The 26th SPS was notably assigned to Ramstein Air Base, Germany, providing protection for vital NATO assets and U.S. personnel. The 443rd SPS was based at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, where it safeguarded strategic airlift operations and critical infrastructure. Both squadrons played essential roles in maintaining base security and readiness until their eventual inactivation or redesignation as Air Force security requirements evolved.
27 CES
U.S. Air Force
2750TH SECURITY POLICE SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
27TH COMBAT SUPPORT GROUP
U.S. Air Force
27TH OMS
U.S. Air Force
The 27th Organizational Maintenance Squadron (27th OMS) was a key support unit within the United States Air Force, primarily assigned to the 27th Tactical Fighter Wing at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico. Activated during the Cold War era, the squadron was responsible for the organizational-level maintenance of tactical fighter aircraft, ensuring their readiness for worldwide deployment. Throughout its service, the 27th OMS played a critical role in maintaining the operational effectiveness of various aircraft, including the F-100 Super Sabre, F-111 Aardvark, and later the F-16 Fighting Falcon. The unit was eventually inactivated or redesignated as part of broader Air Force restructuring and the consolidation of maintenance functions in the 1990s.
27th supply squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 27th Supply Squadron was constituted and activated in 1947 as part of the newly established United States Air Force, assigned to the 27th Fighter Wing at Kearney Army Airfield, Nebraska. Its primary mission was to provide logistical and supply support, ensuring the operational readiness of the Wing’s aircraft and personnel. The squadron played a critical role during the early years of the Cold War, supporting deployments and exercises both in the United States and overseas. Over the decades, the 27th Supply Squadron adapted to evolving logistics technologies and procedures, continuing its legacy of excellence in support of Air Force operations before eventually being redesignated under Air Force logistics restructuring initiatives.
27TH TFS
U.S. Air Force
28 BW
U.S. Air Force
282nd CBCS
U.S. Air Force
The 282nd Combat Communications Squadron (282nd CBCS) is a unit of the Rhode Island Air National Guard, based at North Smithfield Air National Guard Station. Established in 1952, the squadron has provided vital tactical communications and information systems support to U.S. military operations both at home and abroad. Over its history, the 282nd CBCS has deployed personnel and equipment in support of contingencies such as Operation Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, and humanitarian missions. Renowned for its technical expertise and readiness, the unit continues to play a crucial role in enabling command and control capabilities for joint and coalition forces.
2853 AIR BASE GROUP
U.S. Air Force
2853 Air Base Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 2853rd Air Base Wing was a support unit of the United States Air Force, activated in the mid-20th century to provide essential base operations and logistical support. Stationed at McClellan Air Force Base, California, the wing managed installation services, security, and maintenance for tenant units, including those involved in depot-level aircraft and electronics overhaul. Throughout its service, the 2853rd played a vital role in sustaining the mission readiness of Air Force assets during the Cold War. The unit was eventually inactivated as part of broader USAF organizational restructuring and base realignment efforts.
2854 ABG
U.S. Air Force
2867 GEEIA SQ
U.S. Air Force
The 2867th Ground Electronics Engineering Installation Agency Squadron (2867th GEEIA Sq) was a United States Air Force unit established to provide specialized engineering and installation services for ground-based electronics systems. Activated during the Cold War era, the squadron was tasked with installing, maintaining, and upgrading critical communications, radar, and navigational aids at U.S. Air Force bases and remote sites worldwide. The 2867th played a significant role in supporting command and control infrastructure, ensuring operational readiness and secure communications for Air Force missions. The unit was eventually inactivated or absorbed as Air Force communications and engineering functions were reorganized in the latter part of the 20th century.
28th CES
U.S. Air Force
The 28th Civil Engineer Squadron (28th CES) is a unit of the United States Air Force assigned to the 28th Mission Support Group at Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota. The squadron traces its heritage to the activation of Ellsworth AFB and has played a vital role in supporting bomber operations, including those of the B-52 Stratofortress and later, the B-1B Lancer. The 28th CES is responsible for base infrastructure, emergency management, and rapid airfield repair capabilities, ensuring mission readiness during both peacetime and contingency operations. Throughout its history, the squadron has deployed personnel and resources in support of overseas operations and humanitarian missions, earning recognition for excellence in engineering support and disaster response.
294th ARTILLERY GROUP 75th MSL DETACHMENT
U.S. Air Force
The **294th Artillery Group** was a U.S. Army unit that played a significant role during the Cold War era, primarily stationed in Europe as part of NATO’s forward-deployed forces. Tasked with the command and control of various artillery battalions, the Group specialized in the coordination and delivery of both conventional and nuclear-capable artillery firepower. The **75th Missile Detachment** was attached to the Group, providing technical expertise and support for missile systems, including the deployment and maintenance of nuclear warheads for NATO artillery units. Together, the 294th Artillery Group and the 75th Missile Detachment contributed to the deterrence strategy in Europe, ensuring rapid response capability against potential Warsaw Pact aggression until their deactivation and realignment during post-Cold War restructuring.
2952nd CLSS
U.S. Air Force
The 2952nd Combat Logistics Support Squadron (CLSS) was a United States Air Force unit primarily tasked with providing specialized depot-level maintenance and rapid repair capabilities for aircraft and equipment. Activated during the Cold War era, the 2952nd CLSS played a critical role in supporting Air Force readiness by deploying skilled teams to repair battle-damaged aircraft and perform on-site modifications at various bases. The squadron was notable for its ability to respond quickly to emergencies, minimizing aircraft downtime and ensuring operational effectiveness. Over time, its mission and personnel were integrated into larger logistics and maintenance organizations as part of Air Force restructuring efforts.
29th FIS
U.S. Air Force
The 29th Fighter-Interceptor Squadron (29th FIS) was a unit of the United States Air Force, originally activated during World War II in 1941. Initially, the squadron performed air defense and training roles in the continental United States, flying aircraft such as the P-47 Thunderbolt. After the war, it was reactivated during the Cold War and became an integral part of North American air defense, operating advanced jet interceptors like the F-94 and F-106 to counter potential Soviet bomber threats. The squadron was inactivated in 1968 as part of a broader realignment of air defense forces.
2ND RADIO RELAY SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
301 CES
U.S. Air Force