While conducting operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, the Panthers simultaneously flew their F-15E Strike Eagles in support of Operation Final Countdown and Operation Allies Welcome. Deployed as the 494th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron at the 332nd Expeditionary Wing, the Panthers generated over 1900 sorties and over 8400 hours of combat operations while in theater. The 494th FS was deployed to an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia for eight-months in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.
These homecomings took place at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England.
