497 Tactical Fighter Squadron
GPTKB entity
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gptkb:military_unit
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4
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gptkb:Royal_Canadian_Air_Force
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1956-1993
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gptkb:F-15_Eagle
gptkb:star |
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gptkb:Holloman_Air_Force_Base
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497 Tactical Fighter Squadron
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air superiority
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gptkb:The_Rattlers
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gptkb:aircraft
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gptkb:battle
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| gptkbp:squadrons |
received multiple awards
engaged in community outreach programs collaborated with allied forces involved in peacekeeping missions participated in various exercises participated in air shows conducted training missions celebrated anniversaries with events provided air support for ground troops maintained a legacy of excellence operated under various commands engaged in air defense missions developed tactics for air combat engaged in joint exercises with other branches maintained high readiness status trained pilots for air combat supported NATO operations deployed during the Cold War contributed to air operations in the Gulf War activated in 1956 faced challenges during its operational history fostered a strong squadron culture had a diverse group of personnel had a history of successful missions had a legacy of innovation in tactics had a reputation for excellence in training had a role in strategic deterrence had a significant impact on air power strategy had a significant role in air defense operations had a strong alumni network had notable commanders inactivated in 1993 influenced future fighter squadron operations operated in the Pacific region reassigned to various wings trained in advanced aerial maneuvers transitioned to new aircraft models was involved in air-to-air combat training was involved in counterinsurgency operations was involved in international military cooperation was involved in the development of new tactics was known for its operational readiness was known for its skilled pilots was part of the Air Combat Command was part of the Tactical Air Command was recognized for its achievements was recognized for its contributions to air power. contributed to technological advancements in aviation |