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The 114th Fighter Squadron is a tactical air combat unit within the United States Air Force (USAF). It belongs to the Illinois Air National Guard and is stationed at Scott Air Force Base in Belleville, Illinois. The squadron operates the F-16 Fighting Falcon, a multirole fighter aircraft known for its high maneuverability and advanced avionics. The primary role of the 114th Fighter Squadron is air defense, although it may also be tasked with close air support, ground attack, and dynamic targeting missions as required by operational demands. The squadron's history dates back to World War II, where it initially served as a fighter bomber unit before transitioning into its current role as a fighter squadron in the modern US Air Force.