Special Operations.Com
18th Flight
Test Squadron
The 18th Flight Test Squadron is a direct
reporting unit of Headquarters, AFSOC.
The 18th FLTS replaced Headquarters, Special
Missions Operational Test and Evaluation Center (HQ
SMOTEC). The mission of 18th FLTS is to
conduct operational test and evaluations for all Air
Force special operations assets. It serves as the
command focal point for all test related matters.
The squadron conducts operational tests under realistic
wartime scenarios to determine that the suitability
of equipment, concepts, tactics, and procedures meet
designated operational requirements. Testing includes
evaluation of operational effectiveness, maintenance
suitability, and human performance factors. Many of
the tests are joint command and joint service programs.
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