The 130th Rescue Squadron is a United States Air Force unit under the Air Combat Command. Primarily based at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado Springs, Colorado, it operates HC-130J Combat King II aircraft for combat search and rescue (CSAR) operations.The squadron's history dates back to 1942 when it was first established during World War II as part of the Army Air Forces. Over the years, it has been involved in numerous humanitarian missions, search and rescue operations, and has provided support for special operations forces. The 130th Rescue Squadron is known for its motto, "These Things We Do That Others May Live."The squadron falls under the 563rd Rescue Group and contributes to global security by providing rapid response capabilities in saving lives and preserving freedom. Its mission is to execute personnel recovery, combat search and rescue, and airdrop operations whenever called upon.