The 549th Combat Training Squadron (CTS) is a unit within the United States Air Force, specifically falling under the purview of the Air Education and Training Command (AETC). Established in 1986, its primary mission involves providing advanced fighter training to U.S. Air Force and allied aircrews. The squadron’s activities primarily revolve around the operation of the F-15E Strike Eagle, a dual-role, twin-engine tactical fighter designed for both air-to-air and air-to-ground combat missions. Located at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida, the 549th CTS is instrumental in maintaining and enhancing the readiness of U.S. and allied fighter forces through rigorous training programs and joint exercises.