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During [[World War II]], the units predecessor unit, the '''58th Fighter Group''' operated primarily in the Southwest Pacific Theater as part of [[Fifth Air Force]]. The unit received a [[Distinguished Unit Citation]] strafing a Japanese naval force off [[Mindoro]] in the [[Philippines]] on 26 December 1944 to prevent destruction. During the [[Korean War]], the unit bombed and strafed enemy airfields and installations and supported UN
During [[World War II]], the units predecessor unit, the '''58th Fighter Group''' operated primarily in the Southwest Pacific Theater as part of [[Fifth Air Force]]. The unit received a [[Distinguished Unit Citation]] strafing a Japanese naval force off [[Mindoro]] in the [[Philippines]] on 26 December 1944 to prevent destruction. During the [[Korean War]], the unit bombed and strafed enemy airfields and installations and supported UN
ground forces, remaining in South Korea after the 1953 Armistice.
ground forces, remaining in South Korea after the 1953 Armistice.<ref name=58OGfacts />


==Overview==
==Overview==
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Its component squadrons are:
Its component squadrons are:
* [[23d Flying Training Squadron]] (23 FTS) ([[UH-1H]] & [[UH-1H|TH-1H]]) (Fort Rucker, AL)
* [[23d Flying Training Squadron]] (23 FTS) ([[UH-1H|TH-1H]]) ([[Fort Novosel]], AL)
* [[36th Rescue Flight|36th Rescue Squadron]] (36th RQS) ([[UH-1N]]) ([[Fairchild AFB]], WA)
* [[36th Rescue Flight|36th Rescue Squadron]] (36th RQS) ([[UH-1N]]) ([[Fairchild AFB]], WA)
* [[71st Special Operations Squadron]]
* [[71st Special Operations Squadron]] (CV-22 Osprey)
* [[512th Rescue Squadron]]
* [[512th Rescue Squadron]] (UH-1N & HH-60G)
* [[550th Special Operations Squadron]]
* [[415th Special Operations Squadron]] (HC-130J Combat King II & MC-130J Commando II)
* [[415th Special Operations Squadron]]
* 58th Operations Support Squadron
* 58th Operations Support Squadron
* 58th Training Squadron
* 58th Training Squadron
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: ''For additional history and lineage, see [[58th Special Operations Wing]]''
: ''For additional history and lineage, see [[58th Special Operations Wing]]''


From beginning of World War II until 1943, served as replacement training unit for fighter pilots. Trained for combat and moved overseas to Southwest Pacific Theater in 1943. Began combat operations in February 1944, providing protection for U.S. bases and escorting transports initially, then escorting bombers over [[New Guinea]] and sea convoys to [[Admiralty Islands]]. From [[Noemfoor]], bombed and strafed Japanese airfields and installations on Ceram, Halmahera, and the Kai Islands.
Established as 58 Pursuit Group (Interceptor) on 20 Nov 1940. From beginning of World War II until 1943, served as replacement training unit for fighter pilots. Trained for combat and moved overseas to Southwest Pacific Theater in 1943. Began combat operations in February 1944, providing protection for U.S. bases and escorting transports initially, then escorting bombers over [[New Guinea]] and sea convoys to [[Admiralty Islands]]. From [[Noemfoor]], bombed and strafed Japanese airfields and installations on Ceram, Halmahera, and the [[Kai Islands]].<ref name=58OGfacts>{{cite web|url=https://www.afhra.af.mil/About-Us/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/433060/58-operations-group-aetc/|last1=Dollman|first1=TSgt David|access-date=25 March 2020|title=58 Operations Group (AETC)}}</ref>


Moved to the [[Philippines]] in Nov, flew fighter sweeps against enemy airfields, supported U.S. ground forces, and protected sea convoys and transport routes. Earned a [[Distinguished Unit Citation]] for strafing a Japanese naval force that was attacking a U.S. base on [[Mindoro]] on 26 December 1944. Beginning in July 1945, attacked railways, airfields, and enemy installations in [[Korea]] and [[Kyushu, Japan]] from [[Okinawa]].
Moved to the [[Philippines]] in Nov, flew fighter sweeps against enemy airfields, supported U.S. ground forces, and protected sea convoys and transport routes. Earned a [[Distinguished Unit Citation]] for strafing a Japanese naval force that was attacking a U.S. base on [[Mindoro]] on 26 December 1944. Beginning in July 1945, attacked railways, airfields, and enemy installations in [[Korea]] and [[Kyushu, Japan]] from [[Okinawa Island|Okinawa]].<ref name=58OGfacts />


After [[V-J Day]], flew reconnaissance missions over Japan. Moved without personnel or equipment to the [[Philippines]] in Dec to be inactivated in January 1946.
After [[V-J Day]], flew reconnaissance missions over Japan. Moved without personnel or equipment to the [[Philippines]] in Dec to be inactivated in January 1946.<ref name=58OGfacts />


===Korean War===
===Korean War===
[[File:58th Fighter-Bomber Wing F-84E South Korea 1952.jpg|thumb|58th Fighter-Bomber Group F-84E South Korea, 1952. Commander's aircraft 51-1535, other three squadrons aircraft shown in different tail markings]]
[[File:58th Fighter-Bomber Wing F-84E South Korea 1952.jpg|thumb|58th Fighter-Bomber Group F-84E South Korea, 1952. Commander's aircraft 51-1535, other three squadrons aircraft shown in different tail markings]]
Activated in [[Korea]] during the [[Korean War]], absorbed the personnel and equipment of the [[136th Fighter-Bomber Group]], then provided close air support for UN ground forces and attacked enemy airfields and installations. Having entered the war with slow, short-ranged F-84D ThunderJets, the 58 FBG transitioned in late 1952 to the new "G" model, designed with more speed and range. New targets included enemy ports, railroads, and airfields. The group attacked the major supply port of Sinuiju in September, inflicting heavy damage without loss of personnel or aircraft. Combining with other fighter-bomber units, it attacked the Kumgang Political School at Odong-ni in October 1952 and the North Korean tank and infantry school at Kangso in February 1953. In May, the 58th FBG bombed North Korean dams, flooding enemy lines of communication and rice fields. On 27 July 1953, attacked runway at Kanggye and, with the 49 FBG, bombed Sunan Airfield for the final action of fighter-bombers in the Korean War. Earned a second DUC for its actions in the last three months of the war.
Activated in [[Korea]] during the [[Korean War]], absorbed the personnel and equipment of the [[136th Fighter-Bomber Group]], then provided close air support for UN ground forces and attacked enemy airfields and installations. Having entered the war with slow, short-ranged F-84D ThunderJets, the 58 FBG transitioned in late 1952 to the new "G" model, designed with more speed and range. New targets included enemy ports, railroads, and airfields. The group attacked the major supply port of Sinuiju in September, inflicting heavy damage without loss of personnel or aircraft. Combining with other fighter-bomber units, it attacked the Kumgang Political School at Odong-ni in October 1952 and the North Korean tank and infantry school at Kangso in February 1953. In May, the 58th FBG bombed North Korean dams, flooding enemy lines of communication and rice fields. On 27 July 1953, attacked runway at Kanggye and, with the 49 FBG, bombed Sunan Airfield for the final action of fighter-bombers in the Korean War. Earned a second DUC for its actions in the last three months of the war.<ref name=58OGfacts />


After the war, provided air defense for [[South Korea]] and deployed tactical components on rotational basis to [[Taiwan]], January 1955 – February 1957. In October 1958, armed with tactical missiles to provide air defense of [[South Korea]] until 1962.
After the war, provided air defense for [[South Korea]] and deployed tactical components on rotational basis to [[Taiwan]], January 1955 – February 1957. In October 1958, armed with tactical missiles to provide air defense of [[South Korea]] until 1962.<ref name=58OGfacts />


===Modern era===
=== From 1991 ===
From October 1991, conducted combat crew training for [[F-15E Strike Eagle|F-15E]] aircrews and [[F-16]] pilots; F-16C/D squadrons had a secondary, wartime mission of augmenting national air defenses. Early in 1993, added a mission of training international (Republic of [[Singapore]]) pilots in F-16 A/B aircraft, the first one arriving in March 1993. The next month, the group lost its wartime mission.
From October 1991, conducted combat crew training for [[F-15E Strike Eagle|F-15E]] aircrews and [[F-16]] pilots; F-16C/D squadrons had a secondary, wartime mission of augmenting national air defenses. Early in 1993, added a mission of training international (Republic of [[Singapore]]) pilots in F-16 A/B aircraft, the first one arriving in March 1993. The next month, the group lost its wartime mission.<ref name=58OGfacts />


In April 1994, gave up fighter pilot training function and moved without personnel or equipment from Luke to [[Kirtland AFB]], NM, taking over the resources of the 542 Crew Training Wing (which inactivated). Trained aircrews in special operations and in search, rescue, and recovery. Additional missions included training pararescue and combat control teams, deploying personnel and equipment to support contingencies, and conducting search and rescue missions at request of local authorities. The 58 OG also accomplished all USAF undergraduate helicopter training via the 23 Flying Training Flight (later, Squadron) at [[Fort Rucker]], AL. On 11 September 2001, after terrorists hijacked four civilian airliners and flew three of them into buildings in New York and Washington, the group airlifted a federal task force to Pennsylvania to investigate the crash site of the fourth airliner. Deployed personnel to support combat operations in [[Afghanistan]] (2001–) and [[Iraq]] (2003–).
In April 1994, gave up fighter pilot training function and moved without personnel or equipment from Luke to [[Kirtland AFB]], NM, taking over the resources of the [[542d Crew Training Wing]], which was being inactivated. The wing trained aircrews in special operations and in search, rescue, and recovery. Additional missions included training pararescue and combat control teams, deploying personnel and equipment to support contingencies, and conducting search and rescue missions at request of local authorities. The 58 OG also accomplished all USAF undergraduate helicopter training via the 23 Flying Training Flight (later, Squadron) at [[Fort Rucker]], AL. On 11 September 2001, after terrorists hijacked four civilian airliners and flew three of them into buildings in New York and Washington, the group airlifted a federal task force to Pennsylvania to investigate the crash site of the fourth airliner. Later the wing deployed personnel to support combat operations in [[Afghanistan]] (2001–) and [[Iraq]] (2003–).<ref name=58OGfacts />


===Lineage===
==Lineage==
* Established as '''58th Pursuit Group (Interceptor)''' on 20 November 1940
* Established as '''58th Pursuit Group (Interceptor)''' on 20 November 1940
: Activated on 16 January 1941
: Activated on 16 January 1941
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* [[Fifth Air Force]], 15 July 1958
* [[Fifth Air Force]], 15 July 1958
* [[314th Air Division]], 24 April 1959 – 25 March 1962
* [[314th Air Division]], 24 April 1959 – 25 March 1962
* [[58th Fighter Wing|58th (later, 58 Special Operations) Wing]], 1 October 1991–present
* [[58th Fighter Wing|58th (later, 58th Special Operations) Wing]], 1 October 1991–present
{{Col-end}}
{{Col-end}}


===Components===
===Components===
* [[23d Flying Training Squadron|23d Flying Training (formerly, 23 Flying Training Flight) Squadron]]: 1 April 1994–present
* '''[[23d Flying Training Flight|23d Flying Training Flight (later 23d Flying Training Squadron)]]''': 1 April 1994 – present
* '''[[36th Rescue Flight|36th Rescue Flight (later 36th Rescue Squadron)]]''': 1 July 2012 – 15 April 2014, 14 August 2015 – present<ref name=36RSfacts>{{cite web |url= http://www.afhra.af.mil/About-Us/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/434078/36-rescue-flight-aetc/ |last1=Bailey|first1=Carl E.|title=Factsheet 36 Rescue Squadron (AETC)|date=2 August 2017|publisher=Air Force Historical Research Agency|access-date=17 February 2018}}</ref>
* [[62d Fighter Squadron]]: 18 March-1 April 1994
* [[62d Fighter Squadron]]: 18 March-1 April 1994
* [[63d Fighter Squadron]]: 25 February 1993 – 1 April 1994
* [[63d Fighter Squadron]]: 25 February 1993 – 1 April 1994
* [[67th Fighter Squadron|67th Pursuit (later, 67th Fighter) Squadron]]: 16 January 1941 – 3 October 1942
* [[67th Fighter Squadron|67th Pursuit (later, 67th Fighter) Squadron]]: 16 January 1941 – 3 October 1942
* [[68th Fighter Squadron|68th Pursuit (later, 68th Fighter) Squadron]]: 16 January 1941 – 3 October 1942
* [[68th Fighter Squadron|68th Pursuit (later, 68th Fighter) Squadron]]: 16 January 1941 – 3 October 1942
* [[69th Fighter Squadron|69th Pursuit (later, 69th Fighter; 69th Fighter-Bomber) Squadron]]: 16 January 1941 – 27 January 1946; 10 July 1952-8 November 1957
* [[69th Fighter Squadron|69th Pursuit (later, 69th Fighter; 69th Fighter-Bomber) Squadron]]: 16 January 1941 – 27 January 1946; 10 July 1952 – 8 November 1957
* [[71st Special Operations Squadron]]: 20 May 2005–present
* '''[[71st Special Operations Squadron]]''': 20 May 2005–present
* [[310th Fighter Squadron|310th Pursuit (later, 310th Fighter, 310th Fighter-Bomber, 310th Tactical Missile, 310th Tactical Fighter Training, 310th Fighter) Squadron]]: 9 February 1942 – 27 January 1946; 10 July 1952-8 November 1957; 15 July 1958 – 25 March 1962; 1 October 1991-1 April 1994
* [[310th Fighter Squadron|310th Pursuit (later, 310th Fighter, 310th Fighter-Bomber, 310th Tactical Missile, 310th Tactical Fighter Training, 310th Fighter) Squadron]]: 9 February 1942 – 27 January 1946; 10 July 1952 – 8 November 1957; 15 July 1958 – 25 March 1962; 1 October 1991 – 1 April 1994
* [[311th Fighter Squadron|311th Pursuit (later, 311th Fighter, 311th Fighter-Bomber, 311th Tactical Fighter Training, 311th Fighter) Squadron]]: 9 February 1942 – 27 January 1946; 10 July 1952-8 November 1957; 1 October 1991 – 1 April 1994
* [[311th Fighter Squadron|311th Pursuit (later, 311th Fighter, 311th Fighter-Bomber, 311th Tactical Fighter Training, 311th Fighter) Squadron]]: 9 February 1942 – 27 January 1946; 10 July 1952 – 8 November 1957; 1 October 1991 – 1 April 1994
* [[314th Fighter Squadron|314th Tactical Fighter Training (later, 314th Fighter) Squadron]]: 1 October 1991 – 1 April 1994
* [[314th Fighter Squadron|314th Tactical Fighter Training (later, 314th Fighter) Squadron]]: 1 October 1991 – 1 April 1994
* [[415th Special Operations Squadron]]: 2010-Present
* '''[[415th Special Operations Squadron]]''': 2010 – present
* [[425th Fighter Squadron]]: 30 December 1992 – 1 April 1994
* [[425th Fighter Squadron]]: 30 December 1992 – 1 April 1994
* [[461st Flight Test Squadron|461st Tactical Fighter Training (later, 461st Fighter) Squadron]]: 1 October 1991 – 1 April 1994
* [[461st Flight Test Squadron|461st Tactical Fighter Training (later, 461st Fighter) Squadron]]: 1 October 1991 – 1 April 1994
* [[512th Rescue Squadron|512th Special Operations (later, 512th Rescue) Squadron]]: 1 April 1994–present
* '''[[512th Rescue Squadron|512th Special Operations (later, 512th Rescue) Squadron]]''': 1 April 1994–present
* [[550th Special Operations Squadron]]: 1 April 1994 – c. 29 September 2016<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.kirtland.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/970068/550th-inactivates-with-legacy-of-pride/|title=550th inactivates with legacy of pride|last=Duncan|first=Argen|date=11 October 2016|access-date=20 June 2018|publisher=Kirtland Air Force Base}}</ref>
* [[550th Special Operations Squadron]]: 1 April 1994–present
* [[550th Tactical Fighter Training Squadron|550th Tactical Fighter Training (later, 550th Fighter) Squadron]]: 1 October-14 November 1991; 25 March-1 April 1994
* [[550th Tactical Fighter Training Squadron|550th Tactical Fighter Training (later, 550th Fighter) Squadron]]: 1 October-14 November 1991; 25 March-1 April 1994
* [[551st Special Operations Squadron]]: 1 April 1994 – 8 December 2007
* [[551st Special Operations Squadron]]: 1 April 1994 – 8 December 2007
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* [[Mangaldan Airfield]], [[Luzon]], Philippines, 5 April 1945
* [[Mangaldan Airfield]], [[Luzon]], Philippines, 5 April 1945
* [[Porac Airfield]], [[Luzon]], Philippines, 18 April 1945
* [[Porac Airfield]], [[Luzon]], Philippines, 18 April 1945
* [[Motobu Airfield]], [[Okinawa]], 10 July 1945
* [[Motobu Airfield]], [[Okinawa Island|Okinawa]], 10 July 1945
* Japan, 26 October 1945
* Japan, 26 October 1945
* [[Fort William McKinley]], [[Luzon]], Philippines, 28 December 1945 – 27 January 1946
* [[Fort William McKinley]], [[Luzon]], Philippines, 28 December 1945 – 27 January 1946
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* [[Seversky P-35]], 1941–1943
* [[Seversky P-35]], 1941–1943
* [[Curtiss P-36 Hawk]], 1941–1943
* [[Curtiss P-36 Hawk]], 1941–1943
* [[P-39 Aircobra]], 1941–1943
* [[P-39 Airacobra]], 1941–1943
* [[P-40 Warhawk]], 1941–1943
* [[P-40 Warhawk]], 1941–1943
* [[P-47 Thunderbolt]], 1943–1945
* [[P-47 Thunderbolt]], 1943–1945
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* [[MC-130P Combat Shadow]], 1994–present
* [[MC-130P Combat Shadow]], 1994–present
* [[C-12 Huron]], 1999–2002
* [[C-12 Huron]], 1999–2002
* [[Bell-Boeing V-22 Osprey|CV-22]]B Osprey, 2006-present
* [[Bell-Boeing V-22 Osprey|CV-22]]B Osprey, 2006–present
* [[TH-1H]], 2008-present
* [[TH-1H]], 2008–present
* [[HC-130]]J Combat King II, 2011-Present
* [[HC-130]]J Combat King II, 2011–present
* [[MC-130]]J Commando II II, 2011-Present
* [[MC-130]]J Commando II, 2011–present
* [[MH-139]]J Grey Wolf, 2024-present
{{Col-end}}
{{Col-end}}


==References==
==References==

{{Portal|United States Air Force|Military of the United States|World War II}}
{{Air Force Historical Research Agency}}
{{AFHRA}}
{{Reflist}}
{{Reflist}}
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* [http://www.afhra.af.mil/About-Us/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/433060/58-operations-group-aetc/ 58th Operations Group Factsheet]
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* [http://www.afhra.af.mil/factsheets/factsheet.asp?id=9767 58th Operations Group Factsheet]


==External links==
==External links==
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[[Category:Military units and formations established in 1941]]
[[Category:Operations groups of the United States Air Force|058]]
[[Category:Military units and formations of the United States in World War II]]
[[Category:United States Air Force units and formations in the Korean War]]
[[Category:Fighter groups of the United States Air Force|058]]
[[Category:Operations groups of the United States Air Force]]
[[Category:Military units and formations in New Mexico]]
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58th Operations Group
Emblem of the 58th Operations Group
Active1941–1945; 1946–1952; 1955–1961; 1991–1994; 1994–present
Country United States
Branch United States Air Force
RoleSpecial Operations
EngagementsWorld War II
Korean War
58 SOW Boeing CV-22B Osprey 04-0026

The 58th Operations Group (58 OG) is the operational flying component of the United States Air Force 58th Special Operations Wing. It is stationed at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico.

During World War II, the units predecessor unit, the 58th Fighter Group operated primarily in the Southwest Pacific Theater as part of Fifth Air Force. The unit received a Distinguished Unit Citation strafing a Japanese naval force off Mindoro in the Philippines on 26 December 1944 to prevent destruction. During the Korean War, the unit bombed and strafed enemy airfields and installations and supported UN ground forces, remaining in South Korea after the 1953 Armistice.[1]

Overview

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The 58 OG trains mission-ready special operations, combat search and rescue (CSAR) and airlift aircrews in the UH-1H/N, HH-60G, HC-130N/P, MC-130P, MC-130H, CV-22 and corresponding simulators; provides Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training-Helicopter; conducts special operations and CSAR intelligence training; responds to contingencies and humanitarian missions.

Its component squadrons are:

History

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For additional history and lineage, see 58th Special Operations Wing

Established as 58 Pursuit Group (Interceptor) on 20 Nov 1940. From beginning of World War II until 1943, served as replacement training unit for fighter pilots. Trained for combat and moved overseas to Southwest Pacific Theater in 1943. Began combat operations in February 1944, providing protection for U.S. bases and escorting transports initially, then escorting bombers over New Guinea and sea convoys to Admiralty Islands. From Noemfoor, bombed and strafed Japanese airfields and installations on Ceram, Halmahera, and the Kai Islands.[1]

Moved to the Philippines in Nov, flew fighter sweeps against enemy airfields, supported U.S. ground forces, and protected sea convoys and transport routes. Earned a Distinguished Unit Citation for strafing a Japanese naval force that was attacking a U.S. base on Mindoro on 26 December 1944. Beginning in July 1945, attacked railways, airfields, and enemy installations in Korea and Kyushu, Japan from Okinawa.[1]

After V-J Day, flew reconnaissance missions over Japan. Moved without personnel or equipment to the Philippines in Dec to be inactivated in January 1946.[1]

Korean War

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58th Fighter-Bomber Group F-84E South Korea, 1952. Commander's aircraft 51-1535, other three squadrons aircraft shown in different tail markings

Activated in Korea during the Korean War, absorbed the personnel and equipment of the 136th Fighter-Bomber Group, then provided close air support for UN ground forces and attacked enemy airfields and installations. Having entered the war with slow, short-ranged F-84D ThunderJets, the 58 FBG transitioned in late 1952 to the new "G" model, designed with more speed and range. New targets included enemy ports, railroads, and airfields. The group attacked the major supply port of Sinuiju in September, inflicting heavy damage without loss of personnel or aircraft. Combining with other fighter-bomber units, it attacked the Kumgang Political School at Odong-ni in October 1952 and the North Korean tank and infantry school at Kangso in February 1953. In May, the 58th FBG bombed North Korean dams, flooding enemy lines of communication and rice fields. On 27 July 1953, attacked runway at Kanggye and, with the 49 FBG, bombed Sunan Airfield for the final action of fighter-bombers in the Korean War. Earned a second DUC for its actions in the last three months of the war.[1]

After the war, provided air defense for South Korea and deployed tactical components on rotational basis to Taiwan, January 1955 – February 1957. In October 1958, armed with tactical missiles to provide air defense of South Korea until 1962.[1]

From 1991

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From October 1991, conducted combat crew training for F-15E aircrews and F-16 pilots; F-16C/D squadrons had a secondary, wartime mission of augmenting national air defenses. Early in 1993, added a mission of training international (Republic of Singapore) pilots in F-16 A/B aircraft, the first one arriving in March 1993. The next month, the group lost its wartime mission.[1]

In April 1994, gave up fighter pilot training function and moved without personnel or equipment from Luke to Kirtland AFB, NM, taking over the resources of the 542d Crew Training Wing, which was being inactivated. The wing trained aircrews in special operations and in search, rescue, and recovery. Additional missions included training pararescue and combat control teams, deploying personnel and equipment to support contingencies, and conducting search and rescue missions at request of local authorities. The 58 OG also accomplished all USAF undergraduate helicopter training via the 23 Flying Training Flight (later, Squadron) at Fort Rucker, AL. On 11 September 2001, after terrorists hijacked four civilian airliners and flew three of them into buildings in New York and Washington, the group airlifted a federal task force to Pennsylvania to investigate the crash site of the fourth airliner. Later the wing deployed personnel to support combat operations in Afghanistan (2001–) and Iraq (2003–).[1]

Lineage

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  • Established as 58th Pursuit Group (Interceptor) on 20 November 1940
Activated on 16 January 1941
Redesignated: 58th Fighter Group on 15 May 1942
Redesignated: 58th Fighter Group, Single Engine, on 20 August 1943
Inactivated on 27 January 1946
  • Redesignated 58th Fighter-Bomber Group on 25 June 1952
Activated on 10 July 1952
Inactivated on 8 November 1957
  • Redesignated 58th Tactical Missile Group on 17 June 1958
Activated on 15 July 1958
Discontinued, and inactivated, on 25 March 1962
  • Redesignated 58th Operations Group, and activated, on 1 October 1991.

Assignments

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Components

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Stations

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Aircraft and missiles

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References

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Public Domain This article incorporates public domain material from the Air Force Historical Research Agency

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h Dollman, TSgt David. "58 Operations Group (AETC)". Retrieved 25 March 2020.
  2. ^ Bailey, Carl E. (2 August 2017). "Factsheet 36 Rescue Squadron (AETC)". Air Force Historical Research Agency. Retrieved 17 February 2018.
  3. ^ Duncan, Argen (11 October 2016). "550th inactivates with legacy of pride". Kirtland Air Force Base. Retrieved 20 June 2018.
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