The 44th Maintenance Squadron is a unit of the United States Air Force dedicated to the maintenance and upkeep of military aircraft and related equipment. As part of the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing stationed at KC-135 Stratotanker units, the squadron’s responsibilities involve the readiness and sustainment of these strategic aerial refueling assets, ensuring their optimal performance for various military operations. The 44th Maintenance Squadron contributes to the broader mission of maintaining airpower readiness globally.