The mission of a United States Air Force electronic combat squadron is to use the electromagnetic spectrum (EM spectrum) to attack an enemy, or impede enemy actions by denying the use of the EM spectrum, whilst ensuring friendly forces free access to it. Electronic warfare can target humans, communication, radar, or other assets (military and civilian). This list contains squadrons inactive, active, and historical.
List
Squadron | Shield | Location | Note |
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41st Electronic Combat Squadron | Davis-Monthan AFB | "Scorpions" | |
42d Electronic Combat Squadron | Davis-Monthan AFB | ||
43d Electronic Combat Squadron | Davis-Monthan AFB | "Bats" | |
388th Electronic Combat Squadron | NAS Whidbey Island | Inactive | |
390th Electronic Combat Squadron | NAS Whidbey Island, WA | redesignated 390th Fighter Squadron; reactivated 2010—currently flying EA-18G Growlers | |
429th Electronic Combat Squadron | "Black Falcons" | Inactivated 1997 | |
430th Electronic Combat Squadron | 451st Air Expeditionary Group |