 History:
The History of the 1st Fighter Squadron from Sliac dates back to the end of 1992. Between October and December 1992 Slovak Air Force pilots underwent a conversion course on the MiG-29 Fulcrum. The course was held at Zatec AFB, in the former Czech and Slovak federal republic. This conversion unit was to become the foundation for the 1st Fighter Squadron.
The first MiG's where transfered to Sliac AFB on December 9th, with the last one arriving on December 29th. On January 1st 1993 the first Fighter Regiment was formed, incorporating the 1st Fighter Squadron.
On January 1st, 1995 the 1st FW was redesignated the 31st FW, and after another reorganisation in 2001 the 31st FW simply became Fighter Wing, retaining the 1st Squadron.
In 2003 the 1st Fighter Squadron took part as observer during the Cambrai, France NATO Tiger Meet. The enthousiasme of the observers granted them a Honorary Membership status.
In 2004 Slovakia became part of NATO, opening the path for a future full membership status. |
