The 130th Rescue Squadron is a military unit within the United States Air Force, specifically part of the Air Combat Command. This squadron’s primary mission is combat search and rescue (CSAR) operations, including personnel recovery, casualty evacuation, and disaster response. They operate out of Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and fly the HC-130J Combat King II aircraft. The 130th Rescue Squadron’s history dates back to World War II, where it initially served as a B-24 Liberator bomber squadron before transitioning into its current role. Throughout its tenure, the squadron has participated in numerous conflicts and humanitarian missions, including Vietnam, Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom.