56th Training Squadron [56th TRS]
The 56th Training Squadron was initially activated as the 56th Pursuit Squadron in 1940. It was re-designated the 56th Fighter Interceptor Squadron and provided air defense for the West Coast and Alaska from 1941 through 1942 flying P-39 aircraft. The unit received the distinguished unit citation for its service in Alaska.
In 1943, the squadron was transferred to Bartow Army Air Field, FL, and conducted replacement training for P-51s, F-86s and F-104s from 1952 to 1960 when it was again deactivated.
In 1979, the squadron was reactivated as the 56th Tactical Training Squadron and assigned to the 56th Tactical Training Wing at MacDill AFB, FL.
In 1991, the squadron was re-designated as the 56th Training Squadron. The 56th Training Squadron was deactivated at MacDill AFB and reactivated at Luke AFB, AZ, on 1 April 1994. F-15 academics were taught in the squadron from 1 April 1994 to 31 March 1995 when the F-15s left Luke.
The 56th Training Squadron teaches the basics of aircraft employment in the F-16 Fighting Falcon.
The Special Missions Flight, as part of the 56th Training Squadron, is dedicated to providing the premier academic instruction for all MANTIRN (Medium Altitude Navigation & Targeting InfraRed for Night), NVG (Night Vision Goggle Course), and ASC students prior to the flying portion of their course with the 310th Fighter Squadron.
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