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  • Source: 254th Combat Communications Group
  • The 254th Combat Communications Group (254 CCG) is a non-flying unit of the Texas Air National Guard located at Hensley Field, Dallas, Texas. If activated to federal service, the group is gained by Air Combat Command.


    Mission




    = Federal mission

    =
    The 254th Combat Communications Group provides a full spectrum of communications capabilities to include planning, engineering, command level coordination, and a wide array of tactical communications solutions to the combatant command or joint task force. The 254th also provides functional advocacy and leadership to eight aligned units spanning seven states. Upon mobilization, Air Force Space Command will assume operational command of the 254 CCG and direct deployment of the Group.


    = State mission

    =
    The 254th Combat Communications Group's state mission is to provide ready forces to the state of Texas during local or statewide emergencies to protect life and property, and to preserve peace, order, and public safety. The 254 CCG also provides the Adjutant General with voice and data capabilities in austere environments.


    History


    The 254th Combat Communications Group was originally organized as a Group Headquarters in June 1971 under the name 254th Mobile Communications Group. The unit was co-located with the 221st Mobile Communications Squadron and consisted of assigned units in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi.
    The unit was later re-designated the 254th Combat Information Systems Group in July 1985. A year later in October 1986 it was re-designated the 254th Combat Communications Group. The Group has deployed its personnel and equipment to all corners of the United States and around the world. It has provided direct support to federal operations by deploying personnel to Iraq, Afghanistan, and Kuwait. The 254th has also supported recovery operations for Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Rita, Hurricane Gustav, Hurricane Ike, and Hurricane Harvey, among others. The Group was instrumental in supporting Space Shuttle launches in conjunction with Operation Noble Eagle and moving the 624th Operations Center from Barksdale Air Force Base to Joint Base San Antonio. More recently, the group and its aligned squadrons supported United States Air Forces in Europe in multiple exercises as part of the European Reassurance Initiative.


    Assignments




    = Major Command/Gaining Command

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    Air National Guard/Air Combat Command (2018 – present)
    Air National Guard/Air Force Space Command (2008 – 2018)
    Air National Guard/Air Combat Command (1992 – 2008)
    Air National Guard/Tactical Air Command (1971 – 1992)


    Previous designations


    254th Combat Communications Group (Oct 1986 – present)
    254th Combat Information Systems Group (Jul 1985 – Oct 1986)
    254th Mobile Communications Group (Jun 1971 – Jul 1985)


    Squadrons assigned


    147th Combat Communications Squadron – San Diego, California
    221st Combat Communications Squadron – Dallas, Texas
    236th Combat Communications Squadron – Hammond, Louisiana
    239th Combat Communications Squadron – St. Louis, Missouri
    242d Combat Communications Squadron – Spokane, Washington
    264th Combat Communications Squadron – Peoria, Illinois
    291st Combat Communications Squadron – Hilo, Hawaii
    292d Combat Communications Squadron – Kahului, Hawaii
    293rd Combat Communications Squadron – Yigo, Guam


    Squadrons previously assigned


    205th Engineering Installation Squadron – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
    214th Engineering Installation Squadron New Orleans, Louisiana
    219th Engineering Installation Squadron – Tulsa, Oklahoma
    223rd Combat Communications Squadron – Hot Springs, Arkansas
    232d Combat Communications Squadron – Montgomery, Alabama
    248th Air Traffic Control Squadron – Meridian, Mississippi
    259th Air Traffic Control Squadron – Alexandria, Louisiana
    285th Combat Communications Squadron – Saint Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
    293rd Combat Communications Squadron – Hickam AFB, Hawaii


    Bases stationed


    Hensley Field, Texas (2010–present)
    Garland, Texas (1971–2010)


    Commander


    Colonel Eric G. Hayes


    Decorations


    Meritorious Unit Award
    2021
    Air Force Outstanding Unit Award five oak leaf clusters
    2021
    2016
    2014
    2008
    2006
    1978


    References




    External links


    Texas Air National Guard: 254th Combat Communications Group

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