The 510th Fighter Squadron is a unit of the United States Air Force (USAF) that operates under the operational command of the 366th Fighter Wing, stationed at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida. Its primary mission involves training and readiness, utilizing various fighter aircraft types throughout its history. Notably, it has been associated with the North American F-86 Sabre, McDonnell F-4 Phantom II, General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon, and currently the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II. The squadron’s lineage dates back to 1942, with service in World War II, the Korean War, and later engagements. Its emblem features a jaguar, symbolizing agility, courage, and tenacity.