457th Fighter Squadron

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf military unit
gptkbp:activeYears 1943-present
gptkbp:affiliation gptkb:NATO
gptkbp:aircraft gptkb:F-22_Raptor
multirole fighter
gptkbp:base Joint Base Langley-Eustis
gptkbp:commandStructure gptkb:Air_Combat_Command
gptkbp:cultural_heritage descended_from_the_457th_Bombardment_Group
gptkbp:currentCommander Lieutenant Colonel
gptkbp:currentLocation gptkb:Virginia
gptkbp:disbanded 1945
gptkbp:electronic_warfare integrates intelligence in operations
gptkbp:established 1943
gptkbp:firstPublished 1944
gptkbp:historicalSignificance gptkb:World_War_II
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label 457th Fighter Squadron
gptkbp:militaryRank gptkb:Operation_Desert_Storm
gptkbp:motto We Fly, We Fight
gptkbp:nickname The Red Devils
gptkbp:numberOfEmployees multiple
gptkbp:operationalStatus active
gptkbp:partOf gptkb:United_States_Air_Force
gptkbp:primaryMission air superiority
gptkbp:reform 1952
gptkbp:relatedAircraft gptkb:F-15_Eagle
gptkbp:role fighter squadron
gptkbp:squadrons Red Devil
red and white
advanced tactical training
engages with local community
recognized for excellence
utilizes advanced technology
frequent deployments
participated in various conflicts
hosts air shows
maintains high readiness levels
Red Devil emblem
collaborates with allied forces
emphasizes safety in operations
collaborates with other squadrons
efficient logistics support
provides support to ground forces
focuses on innovation in tactics
has a storied history of service
led by experienced pilots
rich history in air combat
maintains_traditions_from_WWII
gptkbp:training pilot training
gptkbp:unitAwards gptkb:Air_Force_Outstanding_Unit_Award