The 43d Mission Support Squadron (MSS) is a unit within the United States Air Force responsible for providing various support services to ensure the effective and efficient operation of its assigned base or installations. This squadron falls under the Air Mobility Command's 62d Airlift Wing, stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington State.
The primary roles of a Mission Support Squadron include but are not limited to: base operations (such as airport management and security), logistics (including supply chain management and maintenance support), force support services (like dining facilities, morale, welfare, and recreation programs), and communication and information systems support. The specific duties of the 43d MSS may vary depending on its assigned area of responsibility.
The mission of the 43d MSS is to ensure the readiness of their units by providing vital support services that allow for optimal performance in various missions. They work in collaboration with other units within the Air Force to maintain operational capability, enabling successful completion of air mobility and airlift operations.
