Orlando Fighter Wing

Orlando Fighter Wing
Active 1942-1944
Country United States
Branch United States Army Air Forces
Role Fighter
Engagements World War II

The Orlando Fighter Wing is an inactive United States Air Force unit. Its last assignment was with the Army Air Forces School of Applied Tactics, stationed at Orlando Army Air Base, Florida It was inactivated on 1 April 1944

History

Helped to develop air defense tactics and trained organizations and personnel in the techniques of air defense. Also served in defense of the Orlando area, using such tactical organizations as were assigned or attached. Provided defense for the Orlando area but engaged primarily in training fighter and light bombardment organizations and personnel.

Lineage

Activated on 3 Dec 1942
Redesignated Orlando Fighter Wing in Oct 1943
Disbanded on 1 Apr 1944

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References

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