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Team Shaw Tigers deploy downrange

U.S. Air Force 20th Logistic Readiness Squadron (LRS) Airmen load luggage onto a commercial aircraft in preparation for a deployment at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., July 16, 2022. The 20th LRS worked extended hours to assist in loading Airmen, luggage and supplies onto the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jacob Gutierrez)
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Tigers redeploy amidst COVID-19

A pilot kisses his wife after seeing her for the first time in seven months at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, May 27, 2020. The 79th Fighter Squadron, and its supporting units, were deployed to U.S. Center Command’s area of responsibility to deliver decisive air power for the security and stability of the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. William Banton)
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Tigers redeploy amidst COVID-19

A U.S. Airman is embraced by family after returning from a deployment to U.S. Central Command’s area of responsibility at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, May 24, 2020. Deployed Airmen help support operations to deliver decisive air and space power on behalf of U.S. Central Command for the security and stability of the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. William Banton)
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Tigers redeploy amidst COVID-19

A U.S. Airman hugs his family after returning home from a deployment, Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, May 24, 2020. The 79th Fighter Squadron, and its supporting units, deployed to Afghanistan and Southwest Asia in support of U.S. Central Command’s continuing operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. William Banton)
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Tigers redeploy amidst COVID-19

A U.S. Airman hugs his spouse upon return to Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, May 22, 2020. Airmen assigned to the 79th Fighter Squadron and the 79th Fighter Generation Squadron, also known as the “Tigers”, redeployed from U.S. Central Command’s area of responsibility, late May to early June. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Destani K. Matheny)
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Tigers redeploy amidst COVID-19

A Team Shaw child holds an American flag while waiting for a family member to return home from deployment at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, May 22, 2020. Airmen assigned to the 79th Fighter Squadron and the 79th Fighter Generation Squadron, also known as the “Tigers”, redeployed from U.S. Central Command’s area of responsibility, late May to early June. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Destani K. Matheny)
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Tigers redeploy amidst COVID-19

A U.S. Airman kisses his spouse after reuniting at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, May 24, 2020. Team Shaw Airmen returning from U.S. Central Command’s area of responsibility were sent to different parking lots to meet their loved ones as a safety measure against COVID-19. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Destinee Sweeney)
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Tigers redeploy amidst COVID-19

A Team Shaw spouse embraces her loved one after reuniting at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, May 24, 2020. During the redeployment, families waited for their Airmen in parking lots across the base with homecoming signs and music. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Destinee Sweeney)
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Tigers redeploy amidst COVID-19

A Team Shaw child holds their stuffed animal in the middle of a family embrace after reuniting with a U.S. Airman at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, May 24, 2020. Airmen assigned to the 79th Fighter Generation Squadron and other units returned from the U.S. Central Command’s area of responsibility during the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Destinee Sweeney)
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Tigers redeploy amidst COVID-19

A U.S. Airman returns home from a deployment at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, May 24, 2020. Airmen assigned to the 79th Fighter Squadron and the 79th Fighter Generation Squadron redeployed from U.S. Central Command’s area of responsibility, late May to early June. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob Gutierrez)
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100 years, all for freedom

U.S. Air Force pilots assigned to the 79th Fighter Squadron (FS) stand for a photo in front of an F-84B Thunderjet at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., circa May 1949. The 79th FS will celebrate its centennial on Feb. 22, followed by a dual community celebration in June with its sister unit, the 77th FS, “Gamblers.” (Courtesy photo)
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100 years, all for freedom

U.S. Army Air Corps pilots assigned to the 79th Fighter Squadron fly P-51 Mustangs, Sept. 11, 1944. The pilots provided escort during a frantic mission, which were long-range missions where U.S. forces hit targets in Germany and continued on to land in Russia. (Courtesy photo)
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100 years, all for freedom

U.S. Army Air Corps pilots assigned to the 79th Fighter Squadron pose in front of a P-38 Lightning at Ontario, Calif., in 1943. The P-38 was the first aircraft the squadron entered combat with. (Courtesy photo)
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Wild Weasels present Proud Falcon

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Pedro Cahua, 20th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 79th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, dedicated crew chief, cleans the canopy of an F-16CM Fighting Falcon before judges review the aircraft for a Proud Falcon Competition at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 21, 2017. The quarterly competition gave one dedicated crew chief from each of the squadron’s three units a chance to compete head-to-head to determine which performed the best. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves)
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Wild Weasels present Proud Falcon

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Christopher Schneider, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team superintendent, inspects a “Remove Before Flight” warning ribbon attached to an F-16CM Fighting Falcon during a Proud Falcon Competition at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 21, 2017. During the competition, the aircraft’s overall appearance was examined as a way for inspectors to judge the ability for dedicated crew chiefs to maintain mission-capable aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves)
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Wild Weasels present Proud Falcon

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Christopher Schneider, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team superintendent, reviews a 20th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief’s forms during a Proud Falcon Competition at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 21, 2017. The forms were reviewed for accuracy and clarity as Schneider and other inspectors judged dedicated crew chiefs’ maintenance standards, initiative and management. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves)
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Wild Weasels present Proud Falcon

A chock rests in front of an F-16CM Fighting Falcon tire during a Proud Falcon Competition on the flightline at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 21, 2017. Dedicated crew chiefs assigned to the 20th AMXS are responsible for the maintenance and appearance of their F-16s, which were judged during the competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves)
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Wild Weasels present Proud Falcon

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing visually inspect an F-16CM Fighting Falcon during a Proud Falcon Competition at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 21, 2017. The inspectors awarded points to dedicated crew chiefs for aircraft appearance, form accuracy, individual dress and appearance, foreign object debris awareness and launch procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves)
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Wild Weasels present Proud Falcon

F-16CM Fighting Falcons are parked on the flightline as 20th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Airmen perform upkeep and repairs at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 21, 2017. Dedicated crew chiefs assigned to the squadron are provided the opportunity to be highlighted as maintenance professionals and compete head-to-head in the quarterly Proud Falcon Competition, demonstrating their technical skill and attention to detail. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves)
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79th FS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Derrick Franck, Jr., 79th Fighter Squadron incoming commander, right, receives the unit guidon from Col. Douglas Thies, 20th Operations Group commander, during a change of command ceremony at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., May 25, 2017. The passing of the guidon is a time-honored tradition symbolizing the transfer of authority from the previous commander to the new commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zade Vadnais)
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