The 125th Fighter Squadron is a unit of the United States Air Force (USAF) that operates under the jurisdiction of the District of Columbia Air National Guard. Primarily based at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, this squadron is known for its expertise in operating the F-15C Eagle aircraft. The 125th Fighter Squadron’s primary mission is air defense, with a secondary role in providing quick reaction alert forces to protect Washington D.C. and its surrounding areas from potential aerial threats. The unit was first established in 1946 as part of the Air National Guard and has since been an integral part of the USAF’s defensive structure.