The 45th Launch Support Squadron is a unit of the United States Air Force (USAF) stationed at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida. Its primary role is to ensure the successful launch of various military and civilian space missions by providing technical support services, such as range safety, tracking, telemetry, and communications. The squadron’s history dates back to 1958, when it was first established for the Atlas ICBM program. Over the years, it has supported numerous significant space missions, including the Gemini, Apollo, Space Shuttle, Delta IV, and Falcon series rockets. The squadron operates under the 45th Space Wing of the USAF’s Space Delta Command.