2d Space Launch Squadron

The United States Air Force's 2d Space Launch Squadron (2 SLS) was a space lift unit located at Vandenberg AFB, California. It was inactivated after the last Titan IV launch in 2005.

History
On 18 May 1998, the 2 SLS and 4 SLS merged into one squadron, the 2 SLS. The merged squadron was responsible for overseeing launch operations at Vandenberg AFB. The reason for the merger was the similarity in missions performed by both units.

Previous designations

 * 2d Space Launch Squadron (11 September 1990 - 2005)

Assignments

 * 30th Space Wing (19 November 1991 - 2005)
 * Western Space and Missile Center (1 October 1990 - 19 November 1991)

Bases stationed

 * Vandenberg AFB, California (1 October 1990–Present)

Aircraft & Missiles Operated

 * Atlas E
 * Atlas IIAS
 * Titan IV (???)
 * Titan II (1 October 1990-2005)

Decorations

 * [[File:Outstanding Unit ribbon.svg]] Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
 * 1 November 1991 - 30 September 1993