5th Space Launch Squadron
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| Active | 1994-Present |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Air Force |
| Type | Space Launch |
| Role | Combat Support |
| Part of | USAF Group |
| Garrison/HQ | Patrick Air Force Base |
The United States Air Force's 5th Space Launch Squadron is a space launch unit located at Patrick AFB, Florida. The 5th SLS is tasked with launch and support of the Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicles.
Mission
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History
The 5th Space Launch Squadron was constituted on 29 March 1994 and activated on 14 April 1994. It was subsequently inactivated on 29 June 1998, and then reactivated on 1 December 2003.
Previous designations
- 5th Space Launch Squadron (1994–1998; 2003–Present)
Locations
- Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida (1994–Present)
References
External links
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Air Force Space Command (AFSPC)
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