389th Fighter Squadron
| 389th Fighter Squadron | |
|---|---|
389th Squadron F-15E | |
| Active | 1943–1946; 1953–1959; 1962–1991; 1992–present |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Air Force |
| Role | Fighter |
| Part of | Air Combat Command |
| Garrison/HQ | Mountain Home Air Force Base |
| Nickname(s) | Thunderbolts, "TBolts" |
| Motto(s) | "Shock 'Em" |
| Engagements | European Theater of Operations of World War II Vietnam War War in Afghanistan (2001-2021) |
| Decorations | Distinguished Unit Citation Presidential Unit Citation Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Combat "V" Device Air Force Outstanding Unit Award Belgian Fourragère Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm |
| Insignia | |
| 389th Fighter Squadron emblem (approved 15 September 1993) | |
| Original 389th Fighter Squadron emblem (approved 13 February 1945) | |
The 389th Fighter Squadron is part of the 366th Fighter Wing at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho. It operates the multi-role McDonnell Douglas F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft specializing in tactical intercepts, offensive and defensive counter air, and close air support. The 389FS "Thunderbolts" conducts training exercises across the US, such as Red Flag and William Tell, and regularly deploys to support US operations overseas.