The 122nd Fighter Squadron is a tactical unit within the United States Air Force. It operates from the New York Air National Guard’s 106th Rescue Wing stationed at Francis S. Gabreski Airport, Westhampton Beach, New York. The squadron primarily employs the F-15C Eagle, a single-seat, twin-engine, all-weather tactical fighter aircraft that serves a multirole function in both air superiority and air-to-ground operations. Established in 1946 as part of the New York Air National Guard, the 122nd Fighter Squadron has a rich history and has seen active service during various conflicts, including the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Its mission encompasses air defense of New York State and the Northeastern United States, as well as search-and-rescue operations, disaster response, and counterdrug activities when called upon.