25th Space Range Squadron
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25th Space Range Squadron | |
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25th Space Range Squadron emblem |
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Active | 2004-Present |
Country | United States |
Branch | United States Air Force |
Type | Space Control |
Part of | 595th Space Group |
Garrison/HQ | Schriever AFB, Colorado |
Nickname | "Executioners" |
Mascot | Hatchet Man |
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Current commander |
Lt Col J. Christopher Moss |
The United States Air Force's 25th Space Range Squadron (25 SRS) is a space control unit located at Schriever AFB, Colorado. 25 SRS operates the Space Test and Training Range (STTR).
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[edit] Mission
To operate the Space Test and Training Range to provide a safe and secure environment in support of counterspace technique development and space test, training, and exercise activities.[1]
[edit] History
[edit] Previous designations
- 25th Space Range Squadron (11 Nov 2007 - Present)
- 25th Space Control Tactics Squadron (1 Jul 2004 - 11 Nov 2007)
- 25th Strategic Training Squadron (21 Jun 1988 - 21 Sep 1995)
- 25th Bombardment Squadron (Medium) (9 May 1952 - 1 Sep 1964)
- 25th Bombardment Squadron (Very Heavy) (20 Nov 1943 - 1 Oct 1946)
[edit] Bases stationed
- Schriever AFB, Colorado (2007-Present)
[edit] Decorations
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
[edit] References
- ^ 25 SRS Capabilities Handout, dated 2008
[edit] External links
- Joe's USAF Blue Book (Deactivated Link)
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