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Aerial refueling in 1952, a Republic F-84G of the 77th Fighter Bomber Squadron takes on fuel from a propeller-driven Boeing KC-97 Stratotanker. The F-84, which the 20th Fighter Bomber Wing flew for years, was the first fighter capable of in-flight refueling and nuclear strike. (U.S. Air Force photo)


Heritage: 20th Fighter Wing first tactical nuclear unit in '50s

Aerial refueling in 1952, a Republic F-84G of the 77th Fighter Bomber Squadron takes on fuel from a propeller-driven Boeing KC-97 Stratotanker. The F-84, which the 20th Fighter Bomber Wing flew for years, was the first fighter capable of in-flight refueling and nuclear strike. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Congressional staff members stand inside an HC-130J static display at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 28, 2016. During their visit, staffers had the opportunity to learn about the functions of various aircraft, including the A-10 Thunderbolt II, HH-60G Pave Hawk and F-16CM Fighting Falcon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado)
An F-16CM Fighting Falcon assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., launches flares during an East Coast Airpower Demonstration at Poinsett Electronic Combat Range, Wedgefield, S.C., Oct. 28, 2016. Flares are used by aircraft as a counter to heat-seeking missile targeting. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado)
An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 4th Fighter Wing at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., showcases its aerial maneuverability during an East Coast Airpower Demonstration at Poinsett Electronic Combat Range, Wedgefield, S.C., Oct. 28, 2016. During the demonstration, F-15s performed a number of maneuvers to include shows of force, which are intended to intimidate ground forces, and low-angle strafes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado)
A U.S. Airman assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing briefs congressional staff members on different types of munitions during an East Coast Airpower Demonstration static displays tour at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 28, 2016. During their visit individuals had the opportunity to see the various weapons and munitions utilized by aircraft stationed at military installations along the East Coast. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado)
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An F-16CM Fighting Falcon approaches a runway as it prepares for landing at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., July 31, 2015. The 20th Fighter Wing pilots were participating in night flying, a series of training flights that better prepare them for nighttime combat operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jensen Stidham/Released)
F-16CM Fighting Falcons assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing sit on the runway at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., July 31, 2015. While participating in night flying training, the jets waited in line to be hot pit refueled, a rapid method of refueling that enables the aircraft to receive fuel while the engine is still running. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jensen Stidham/Released)
F-16CM Fighting Falcons assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing sit on the runway at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., July 31, 2015. While participating in night flying training, the jets waited in line to be hot pit refueled, a rapid method of refueling that enables the aircraft to receive fuel while the engine is still running. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jensen Stidham/Released)
F-16CM Fighting Falcons perform a combat formation over Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., July 31, 2015. Pilots assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing conducted night flying training to be better prepared during low-light combat operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jensen Stidham/Released)
U.S. Air Force Capt. David Hickle, 77th Fighter Squadron pilot, waits in the cockpit of an F-16CM Fighting Falcon at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Aug. 5, 2015. Hickle was preparing to participate in night flying operations, a series of training sorties, to practice nighttime combat tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jensen Stidham/Released)