The 49th Operations Support Squadron (49th OSS) is a United States Air Force unit stationed at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, Suffolk, England. Established in 1952 during the early Cold War era, the squadron's primary role involves providing operational support to Air Expeditionary Forces under U.S. European Command and Air Combat Command. This encompasses various tasks such as planning, coordinating, and executing mission support functions for U.S. aerospace operations, ensuring the readiness of aircraft and personnel for swift deployment. The 49th OSS operates within the broader context of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) alliance, contributing to collective defense and international cooperation.
