76th Space Control Squadron
| 76th Space Control Squadron | |
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76th Space Control Squadron emblem | |
| Active | 2008-2015[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Air Force |
| Type | Space Operations |
| Role | Space Control |
| Part of | 21st Space Wing |
| Garrison/HQ | Peterson AFB, Colorado |
| Nickname(s) | "Lobos" |
The United States Air Force's 76th Space Control Squadron (76 SPCS) is an offensive counter space unit located at Peterson AFB, Colorado.
Mission
The 76th SPCS is an Air Force Space Command unit responsible for delivering offensive counterspace and space situational awareness, as appropriate, to rapidly achieve flexible and versatile effects in support of global and theater campaigns.
History
For prior separate lineage of 76th Space Control Squadron and 76th Space Operations Squadron see 76th Fighter Squadron
In 2007 the 76th Fighter Squadron was reactivated and its previous lineage was transferred away from the 76th Space Control Squadron.[2]
In February 2015 the unit was de-activated and personnel absorbed into its sister unit, the 4th Space Control Squadron.
Designations
- 76th Space Control Squadron (16 Nov 2007–Present)[1]
Locations
- Peterson AFB, Colorado (22 Jan 2008–Present)
Equipment Operated
References
- 1 2 AF Freedom of Information Act Electronic Reading Room: "Lineage and Honors History of the 76th Space Control Squadron"
- ↑ "Transfer ceremony reunites Flying Tigers heritage", Air Force Link
- ↑ "Counter Satellite Communications System Deployed"
- ↑ Hitchens, T., "U.S. SPACE WEAPONS: Big Intentions, Little Focus"
External links
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