The 492nd Fighter Squadron is an operational unit within the United States Air Force (USAF). It was initially established as a P-38 Lightning squadron during World War II, and it saw combat in the European Theater of Operations. After the war, the squadron continued to serve in various roles, including air defense, fighter interceptor, and close air support.
The 492nd Fighter Squadron is part of the 355th Fighter Wing, stationed at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Arizona. It currently operates the F-16 Fighting Falcon. Throughout its history, it has been deployed to various locations around the world and has participated in significant military operations such as Operation Desert Storm and Operation Enduring Freedom. The squadron's mission is to provide air dominance, close air support, and combat search and rescue capabilities.
The 492nd Fighter Squadron is a component of the USAF's Air Combat Command (ACC). Its motto is "Aggressor," reflecting its long-standing tradition of providing adversary air training to prepare other U.S. forces for combat operations. The squadron's insignia features an eagle clutching a lightning bolt, symbolizing its history as a fighter unit and its swift and powerful capabilities.
