320th Missile Squadron

320th Missile Squadron
LGM-30G Minuteman III test launch at Vandenberg AFB, California
Active1942–1946; 1947–1948; 1951–1960; 1964–present
Country United States
Branch United States Air Force
TypeSquadron
RoleIntercontinental ballistic missile
Part ofAir Force Global Strike Command
Garrison/HQFrancis E. Warren Air Force Base
Nickname(s)Moby Dick (World War II)
EngagementsSouthwest Pacific Theater
DecorationsDistinguished Unit Citation
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
Philippine Presidential Unit Citation
Commanders
Current
commander
Lt Col Michael "DIVA" Valdivia
Notable
commanders
Lincoln D. Faurer
Insignia
320th Missile Squadron emblem[a][1]
Patch with 320th Strategic Reconnaissance Squadron emblem[b]
320th Bombardment Squadron emblem[c][2]
320th Bombardment Squadron "Jolly Rogers" patch[d]

The 320th Missile Squadron is a United States Air Force unit. It is assigned to the 90th Operations Group, stationed at F.E. Warren AFB, Wyoming. The 320 MS is equipped with the LGM-30G Minuteman III Intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), with a mission of nuclear deterrence.


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  1. ^ Lahue, Melissa (11 August 2022). "Factsheet 320 Missile Squadron (AFGCS)". Air Force Historical Research Agency. Retrieved 11 November 2023.
  2. ^ Watkins, pp. 86–87