The host wing at Aviano Air Base is the 31st Fighter Wing, home to two F-16 fighter squadrons -- the 510th and the 555th. The wing's mission includes: Conducting air and space combat support operations in Europe's Southern region. Conducting regional and expeditionary operations under NATO, SACEUR or national tasking with conventional and non-conventional munitions. Maintaining an air control squadron capable of air surveillance, control and communications. Providing command, control and support functions