9TH RECONNAISSANCE WING
The 9th Reconnaissance Wing collects intelligence essential for Presidential and Congressional decisions critical to the national defense. To accomplish this mission, the wing is equipped with the nation's fleet of U-2 and Global Hawk UAV reconnaissance aircraft and associated support equipment. The wing also maintains a high state of readiness in its combat support and combat service support forces for potential deployment in response to theater contingencies. The 9th Reconnaissance Wing is composed of four groups at Beale and various overseas operating locations.

9TH OPERATIONS GROUP
The 9th Operations Group consists of multiple squadrons and detachments. The 9th Operations Group trains, organizes and equips U-2 and Global Hawk combat elements for worldwide employment to include peacetime intelligence gathering, contingency operations, conventional warfighting and Emergency War Order support. Squadrons located at Beale include: the 1st Reconnaissance Squadron, 99th Reconnaissance Squadron, 9th Operations Support Squadron, 12th Reconnaissance Squadron and 18th Reconnaissance Squadron.

1ST RECONNAISSANCE SQUADRON
The 1st Reconnaissance Squadron recruits and trains all Air Force U-2 pilots. Pilots interested in the program are handpicked from the various commands and sister services and sent to Beale for interviews followed by flight screening. Flying abilities are evaluated in the U-2 two-seat trainer. If selected, applicants are assigned to the 1st RS for upgrade training. Initial training takes place in the two-seat U-2ST trainer aircraft. At completion of the initial qualification phase of Ive dual-instructional flights and one dual-evaluation flight, the pilot solos in a single-seat U-2. The pilot then continues to the high-altitude mission qualification phases, where all missions except three are flown solo. At training completion, U-2 pilots are assigned to the 99th Reconnaissance Squadron. The U-2 is a demanding, single-seat, single engine, high-altitude aircraft that is undoubtedly the most difficult in the Air Force inventory to land. The squadron's outstanding record reflects the dedication and professionalism of the elite group of instructors, enlisted and civilian members of the squadron.

99TH RECONNAISSANCE SQUADRON
The 99th plans and executes intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) missions around the world. 99th pilots and weapons systems operators deploy continuously to fulfill worldwide ISR requirements in support of theater commanders, the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Secretary of Defense. The 99th conducts pilot and weapon systems operator mission-qualification training and conducts pilot continuation and upgrade training in the U-2 and T-38 aircraft.

9TH OPERATIONS SUPPORT SQUADRON
The 9th Operations Support Squadron provides a wide variety of support functions for the wing's Vying operation, including: air trafUc control, airfield management, intelligence, weapons and tactics, aircrew life support and survival training, weather services, wing scheduling, flight records management, local area network administration, high-altitude reconnaissance employment programs, operations plans management and combat crew communications. Additionally, the squadron command section provides administrative support to the 9th Operations Group staff as well as to personnel deployed to the wing's forward operating locations.

18TH RECONNAISSANCE SQUADRON
The 18th Reconnaissance Squadron provides Basic qualification and re-qualification training for all Global Hawk pilots and sensor operators for the execution of near real-time high-altitude intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (HAISR) missions.

9TH MAINTENANCE GROUP
The 9th Maintenance Group is made up of the 9th Maintenance Operations Squadron, the 9th Maintenance Squadron, the 9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and the 9th Munitions Squadron. The group provides flight line maintenance, shop maintenance and quality assurance in support of U-2 high altitude reconnaissance aircraft, T-38 companion trainers and Global Hawk Unmanned Air Vehicles. The group is responsible for a $5.8 million annual budget. The group is also the Air Force's single focal point for providing mass ammunition production training.

9TH MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS SQUADRON
Formed in September 2002, the 9th Maintenance Operations Squadron consists of three flights with the following missions: TheMaintenance Operations Flight's primary mission is planning and monitoring the longterm global health of the U-2 and RQ-4 fleets. The centerpiece of the flight is the Maintenance Operations Center, which provides command and control of U-2, T-38, RQ-4 and transient aircraft maintenance. The MOC is also the focal point for monitoring the status of aircraft and associated sensors forward deployed at various worldwide operating locations. The flight is also responsible for providing policy and oversight on maintenance documentation, plans and schedule development and maintenance/supply trend analysis. The Maintenance Training Flight is responsible for providing ancillary training for the wing's maintenance of assigned U-2 aircraft. They work in concert with the 373rd Training Detachment (Air Education and Training Command) to manage, monitor and provide initial, recurring and advanced U-2 and RQ-4 maintenance training for the Air Force. The Programs and Resources flight provides overall management of the group's resources to include finances, manpower and facilities. Additionally, the flight is responsible for the standardization of the group's mobility and contingency missions.

9TH MAINTENANCE SQUADRON
The 9th Maintenance Squadron is the third largest squadron on Beale. Its mission is to provide both in-shop and flight line maintenance for the U-2 and T-38 aircraft. The 9th MXS deploys personnel and equipment supporting the 9th Reconnaissance Wing's mission of global reconnaissance and in-place aircrew training, staffing three full-time overseas locations and operations directed by the National Command Authorities, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, unified commanders and higher headquarters.

The 9th Maintenance Squadron consists of five flights:
Accessories, Fabrication, Propulsion, Maintenance and Aerospace Ground Equipment. The Accessories Flight provides fuel and egress maintenance both in-shop and on the aircraft. They are also responsible for the establishment and execution of the squadron explosive safety program. The Fabrication Flight provides nondestructive inspection and structural repair to the aircraft. The Propulsion Flight is responsible for managing 38 F-118 engines valued at $136 million. The Maintenance Flight provides home station and deployed periodic inspections of U-2 aircraft. The flight also provides repair and reclamation services for the U-2 and T-38 aircraft. The Aerospace Ground Equipment flight services, maintains and delivers powered and non-powered AGE to flight line and munitions training operations.

9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron
The 9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron was established in September 2002. It is the largest squadron on Beale. The squadron contains two Aircraft Maintenance Units and two flights, each with complementary missions. The 99th Aircraft Maintenance Unit is responsible for providing the wing with all flight line maintenance and aircraft generation functions for the U-2S/ST and support the 99th and 1st Reconnaissance Squadrons. The 99th AMU consists of an aircraft section, specialist section and mission support section. The 12th Aircraft Maintenance Unit is the first of its kind to provide maintenance and generation capabilities for the RQ-4. The 12th AMU consists of an aircraft section, specialist section and ground communications section. The Aircraft Support Flight provides support to production effort through management of consolidated tool kits, special tools, test equipment, technical data, bench stock, dash 21 equipment, alternate mission equipment, vehicles, mobility equipment and dedicated supply support. The fourth flight is the Programs Flight and it dedicates itself to supporting commander programs such as mobility, safety, security, resource management, training and facilities. These flights, along with an orderly room and work group manager section supporting the commander and first sergeant, make up the 9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron.

9th Munitions Squadron
The 9th Munitions Squadron administers the Air Force Combat Ammunition Center training program. This Air Force-level training school offers the only advanced munitions war skills training in the DoD. The primary mission of the squadron is to train middle-to senior level munitions technicians, supervisors and company grade officers in combat munitions planning and mass productions techniques. An orientation course for senior logistics and operations officers is conducted as a companion basic course. Other squadron missions include support to the 9th Reconnaissance Wing, developing and publishing combat munitions doctrine and validating the durability of munitions handling equipment. The 9th Munitions Squadron's officers, NCOs and Airmen develop course curriculum, teach more than 800 TDY students per year, maintain a sizable munitions stockpile and manage over 100 pieces of aerospace ground equipment, vehicles and munitions trailers. The squadron is responsible for munitions storage, academic, administrative facilities and practical exercise areas.

9TH MISSION SUPPORT GROUP
The 9th Mission Support Group provides trained combat support forces to theater commanders- in-chief worldwide. Additionally, the group provides Beale Air Force Base with facilities and infrastructure, communications, security, services, personnel support, contracting and logistical support functions enabling home station sustainment, deployment and global expeditionary operations. Currently, eight squadrons comprise the group: 9th Civil Engineer Squadron, 9th Communications Squadron, 9th Contracting Squadron, 9th Mission Support Squadron, 9th Security Forces Squadron, 9th Force Support Squadron, 9th Support Division and 9th Logistics Readiness Squadron.

9th Civil Engineer Squadron The 9th Civil Engineer Squadron maintains and operates all real property assets on base. The squadron's many tasks include direct or indirect maintenance of all base facilities including 1,505 family housing units and more than 500 unaccompanied personnel quarters. Additionally, the 9th CES is responsible for establishing and implementing a conceptual plan for the future development and land use of Beale and its air base operability. The squadron also provides electrical, water, gas, sewage, heating and cooling support. The unit is responsible for wing-wide readiness/disaster preparedness planning and training, and ensures fire and emergency services and explosive ordnance disposal support to the Beale community.

9th Communications Squadron
The 9th Communications Squadron provides communications and information services and systems to customers assigned to the 9th Reconnaissance Wing, 940th Wing and associate units. The 9th CS plans and provides life cycle management for computer network services, command and control systems telephones, radios, personal wireless communications systems and satellite/cable television systems. The unit supports the host and tenant wings' reconnaissance and refueling efforts by maintaining all air trafUc control and landing systems, air trafUc control tower radios and meteorological systems throughout the region. Additionally, the 9th CS operates a systems control facility which, as DoD's communications gateway to the Pacific region, provides long haul, high-speed communications between Pacific-based operations and the world.

9th Contracting Squadron
As the "Business Advisor" to the Wing Commander, the 9th Contracting Squadron provides operational contracting support to the 9th Reconnaissance Wing, its detachments and operating locations, the 7th Space Warning Squadron and other Beale Air Force Base associate units. Contracting is responsible for maximizing the annual expenditure of more than $30 million in appropriated funds to enhance Beale's global reconnaissance mission through the innovative procurement of best-value goods and services for our customers. The squadron is also responsible for the support and training necessary to maintain a worldwide capability for contingency operations.

9th Logistics Readiness Squadron
Including the Air Force's largest special fuels account supporting the U-2 aircraft. In addition, the squadron provides aircraft fuel for the wing's T-38 aircraft, the 940th Wing, transient aircraft and ground fuels support for 21 associate units, including PAVE PAWS. The squadron manages the wing's $6.8MWar Reserve Materiel program, base support planning and $438K support agreement program. In addition the squadron is responsible for the execution of all requirements in support of deployments.

9th Mission Support Squadron
Activated in 1989, the 9th Mission Support Squadron supports active and retired military and their families, as well as our civilian force, in a variety of ways. Encompassing academic and career field education, manpower, career advisor and family support services, along with enlisted professional military education, enhancement and development, and military and civilian personnel program management, 9th MSS provides support to more than 10,000 people. Beginning with your arrival and base in-processing, the 9th MSS strives to make your transition smooth and your tour pleasant by emphasizing continuous outstanding service to you.

9th Support Division
The 9th Support Division supports the worldwide operational readiness and high-altitude mission of the 9th Reconnaissance Wing and responds to the wing's contingency mission. Through teamwork, innovation and efficient utilization of a diverse and talented work force, the 9th SDS provides comprehensive supply, transportation, communication, aircraft maintenance, visual information and quality of life services to active, reserve and retired members of Team Beale.

9th Security Forces Squadron
The 9th Security Forces Squadron provides force protection for the 9th Reconnaissance Wing's U-2, Global Hawk UAV reconnaissance aircraft, T-38s and Air Force Space Command's Pave Phased Array Warning System. Additionally, the 9th SFS provides police services and resource protection for the entire base community. The squadron's responsibilities include training and equipping home station and deployed unit personnel, issuing restricted area badges, registering privately-owned vehicles and managing wing programs designed to combat terrorism and protect classiUed information. The unit also provides Combat Arms Marksmanship training for all wing personnel and maintains both explosive and narcotics Military Working Dogs. For more information on the 9th SFS, visit their Web site at http://www.beale.af.mil/9sptg/9sfs/index.htm or contact the Security Force Control Center at (530) 634-2131 or DSN368-2131 or the Orderly Room at (530) 634-2328 or DSN 368-2328.

9th Force Support Squadron
The 9th FSS provides all the essentials for Beale's active duty military members, DoD civilians, retired military members, reservists and their family members. The squadron offers hundreds of tours, trips, classes, parties, and other special events throughout the year. They provide the highest level of support in food service, lodging, childcare, education, Professional Military Education, military and civilian personnel programs, as well as quality of life recreational programs. Force Support activities include the bowling center, golf course, club facilities, child development center, youth center, aero club flight training center, rod and gun club, dining facilities, fitness center, library, Airman and Family Readiness Center, Airman Leadership School, First Term Airman's Center and many more. Whether you are looking for childcare, a great meal, after-hours refreshments, educational opportunities, equipment to rent or discount theme park tickets, the 9th FSS offers nearly everything you need. Check out FSS programs, facilities and events on the Worldwide Web at http://www.bealeservices.com. Call (530) 634-2777 for additional information.

9TH MEDICAL GROUP
The 9th Medical Group consists of three squadrons: 9th Medical Operations, 9th Medical Support and 9th Physiological Support Squadrons. They provide for the medical needs of Beale Air Force Base beneficiaries and support Beale's high-altitude flyers in the U-2 aircraft. The Beale Clinic is located at 15301 Warren Shingle Road on a gentle hillside near base housing. The clinic's primary mission is to support the worldwide operational readiness and high altitude mission of the 9th Reconnaissance Wing. They provide comprehensive health care, physiological and environmental support and promote health education and wellness to the Beale Air Force Base community. The Beale Clinic is accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and is dedicated to providing support to active duty members of base tenant organizations and their family members. This outpatient clinic consists of both the 9th Medical Operations and 9th Medical Support Squadrons that provide primary care services with aerospace medicine and limited ancillary (e.g., pharmacy, laboratory, radiology) capabilities. No inpatient or emergency services are available and minimal specialty services exist. However, ambulance services are available by calling 911 or (530) 634-4444 on base. All other care is arranged through referrals to neighboring military hospitals or the TRICARE network. The clinic's range of services include Family Practice/Primary Care,Women's Health, Pediatrics, Flight Medicine, Dental, Life Skills Support, Family Advocacy, Laboratory, Pharmacy, Optometry, Physical Therapy, Public Health, Radiology, Health and Wellness and Immunizations. The 9th Medical Group strives to provide outstanding customer service. If the service provided does not meet or exceed your expectations, call your Customer Service Representative at (530) 634-4834 so we can resolve your concerns and our issues.

9th Medical Operations Squadron
Ambulance Services
Emergency ambulance service is available 24-hour-a-day to respond to on-base illnesses and injuries and is accessed through the 911 telephone system. After hours, urgent or emergency medical care is provided by local civilian health care facilities in collaboration with 9th Medical Group personnel. Ambulance service personnel also serve as the contact point for after-hours access to non-emergency medical care. They, through coordination with your Primary Care Manager, arrange for pre authorization of care provided outside of the 9th Medical Group. The on-call PCM(a doctor or physician assistant) can be reached through the ambulance dispatch staff by calling (530) 634-4444.

Appointments
The Central Appointments Office books appointments for the Family Practice, Pediatrics, Flight Medicine,Women's Health and Optometry clinics. Dialing (530) 634-2941 accesses them. The appointment telephone lines are available Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Open Access
Open Access is a concept in medical appointment scheduling which enables us to provide the right care to the right patient at the right time. Open Access means if you need an appointment today, you will be treated today! This emphasizes the importance of Self Care and use of our telephone nurse triage service. Acute or urgent illnesses or injuries can be addressed by calling the Central Appointment office for a same-day appointment with Family Practice/Primary Care, Pediatrics or Flight Medicine. The clinic does not have a formal sick call, nor do they encourage walk-ins. Open Access is designed to handle acute, singular medical concerns as the concerns occur. Any issue that can be addressed routinely or multiple concerns may be better served by scheduling a routine or wellness appointment and may require multiple visits. To facilitate same-day service, please call for an appointment as early in the day as possible. Nurses are available to assist you in determining the level of care you need.

Outpatient Care
Outpatient medical care is delivered using the Primary Care Manager team concept. A PCMis the leader of a team of five medical professionals who provide medical and preventive care for TRICARE Prime enrollees (active duty, retired, dependent family members). The PCM team consists of a provider, a nurse, two medical technicians and one administrative technician who are responsible for managing the medical needs of approximately 1,500 enrolled beneficiaries. Other significant responsibilities include conducting nurse-managed clinics for minor illnesses under the supervision of the PCM, performing patient triage (e.g., determining the severity of an illness and need for an appointment to receive medical care vice self care), administering medications and managing medical records. The Air Force recently mandated PCM teams be grouped into Primary Care Elements to lessen the impact on patients who are unable to visit their PCM because of a temporary absence (e.g., TDY, leave or deployment).

The 9th Medical Group currently has one PCE consisting of six PCM teams as outlined below:
1. The Family Practice Clinic provides comprehensive primary care services to all age groups, including children. Family Practice physicians have a broad array of skills that enables them to offer services to a population of diverse demographics ranging from Pediatrics to Geriatrics. All of our Family Practice physicians are board certified and are qualified to treat pediatric patients; unless a child has a special need that is outside their scope of care.
2.The Pediatric PCM team provides comprehensive services to family members from birth to 11 years of age. Currently, all children less than 2 years of age and children with special medical needs are enrolled to Pediatrics. The Pediatric Clinic addresses a wide range of medical issues, from the simple (e.g., sports physicals) to the complex (e.g., Synagis for babies at high risk for developing complications from RSV bronchiolitis). The clinic stresses parental education as this is a very important aspect of pediatrics. Parents may call with telephone consults/requests for information for the PCM team. These are answered within 24 hours unless triaged by a nurse to a more urgent category.
3. The Flight Medicine PCM team serves the needs of our active duty flight crew members, air trafUc controllers, special operational duty personnel, special occupational exposure personnel, select support personnel and associated family members. In addition to treating patients and providing preventive and self-care guidance, Flight Medicine responsibilities include responding to in-flight emergencies, performing shop safety visits/inspections, functioning as medical experts/consultants to all aerospace medicine duties, stafUng two year-round deployed locations, maintaining four hours of flight time per month and augmenting Safety and Accident Investigation Boards as needed.

Women's Health
Our Women's Health Clinic provider performs referral and consultative services for the PCM teams in the specialty area of Women's Health, including gynecology care such as Pap smears and clinical breast examinations. Any obstetrical care will be referred by your PCM to the local civilian healthcare network through the TRICARE office.

Physical Therapy
The Physical Therapy Clinic offers comprehensive physical therapy treatment to referred patients and consultative services for the PCM teams. They can be reached at (530) 634-4826.

Mental Health Clinic
Services are available for active duty personnel only. Non-active duty beneficiaries can receive these services through the TRICARE network in the local community. Mental health offers evaluation and short term treatment of depression, anxiety, combat stress/post-traumatic stress disorder and individual and family counseling, psychological assessment, group therapy, stress and depression management, substance abuse evaluations and social work services. Alcohol/Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment services are available and offer evaluation for alcohol abuse/dependency as well as alcohol/drug abuse prevention education. Active duty personnel requiring inpatient services may be referred to Travis Air Force Base, Point Loma Naval Medical Center or the TRICARE network. Family Advocacy offers short-term marital therapy, family maltreatment prevention counseling, New Parent Support Program (for parents with children under 3) and a broad range of family related classes and educational presentations to active duty and their family members. Patients may self-refer by calling (530) 634-3240 or be referred by their PCM, commander or chaplain. Further informationmay be obtained by calling (530) 634-3420.

Dental Clinic
The Dental Clinic provides general dentistry services, with some limited surgical capabilities to include intravenous conscious sedation of patients. The dental staff provides dental care for active duty members. Retirees and dependents are limited to space available care only. Dental sick call is Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. For emergencies during duty hours, please call the dental clinic directly at extension (530) 634-4781/4782.

After hours, on weekends and holidays/ down days, contact ambulance services at (530) 634-4444 for assistance. Active duty family members can obtain dental care through enrollment in the TRICARE dental plan administered by United Concordia; call (800) 866-8499 for more information. Retirees can obtain dental care through enrollment in the TRICARE Retiree Dental Program; call (888) 366-3260 for more information. Dental questions may be directed to the Dental appointment desk at (530) 634-4781.

Optometry Clinic
The Optometry Clinic treats most acute eye problems, to include eye injuries, diseases and infections (e.g., "pink" eye). The clinic supports the War Fighter/Aviator PRK Laser Eye Surgery and Aviator Soft Contact Lens Programs plus provides "frame of choice" spectacles, gas mask inserts and specialized high altitude inserts for active duty members. Retirees with a current prescription may order spectacles. Eye examinations are available for active duty and TRICARE Prime enrollees. Others are treated on a space-available basis. Other services include flight line driver's license color vision tests, Vying class physical eye exams, and DoDMERB physical eye exams. Appointments are scheduled through the Central Appointment office at (530) 634-941. Retirees and their family members not enrolled in TRICARE Prime are seen on a space-available basis.

Public Health
This element of the aerospace medicine flight is made up of disease prevention and education specialists and immunization technicians who manage Community Health, Force Health Management and Immunization Programs. Their mission is to prevent disease, whether you are at Beale Air Force Base or a deployed location. They provide disease and health education, issue fitted ear plugs, visit workplaces to ensure workers' health is properly protected, medical entomology (e.g., monitor mosquito and tick populations), investigate potential occupational illnesses, educate deploying members on the health threats of their destination, inspect all public and food facilities on base and provide training to food handlers. Other significant responsibilities include communicable disease prevention and control (e.g., STDs, TB, environmental (mold/lead), HIV), 4T proUle management and medical clearances for active duty. For more information on the services provided by Public Health, please call (530) 634-2433.

Immunization Clinic
The Immunization Clinic provides a full spectrum of vaccinations to active duty, retired military and dependents. They follow Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines and schedules to ensure vaccines are administered safely and correctly. Immunization programs include maintenance of immunizations (e.g., tetanus, TB skin testing) and well-baby, allergy, specialty (e.g., smallpox) and Vu program immunizations. PPD tests (TB tests) are not performed on Thursday. Please bring your shot records and any records for your family to the Beale Clinic for in-processing. Contact the immunization clinic directly for answers to your immunization questions at (530) 634-4740.

Health and Wellness
The Health and Wellness Center provides a comprehensive evaluation of health and fitness levels. They have a wide variety of classes, pamphlets and videos that help active duty military, retirees and their family members make healthier lifestyle choices through courses that encourage healthy eating, making correct food choices, weight management, exercise, curtailing tobacco use and stress management. Their programs, measurements and classes are designed to increase awareness, educate, motivate and provide feedback on how participants can develop healthier lifestyles. They also provide information about smoking cessation, improving your fitness level, healthy cooking, lowering cholesterol, diabetes education, free weight training, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease and men's and women's health. The staff can be reached at (530) 634-3500. These services are available to all active duty, retirees, family members and quailed base civilian personnel. The HAWC is located in the main base (cantonment) area at 6101 B St.

Bioenvironmental Engineering
This section provides industrial hygiene and environmental support for personnel in industrial work locations at the only U-2 high altitude reconnaissance wing in the world through timely and accurate Health Risk Analysis information to workers, supervisors and commanders. Bioenvironmental Engineering manages Industrial Hygiene, Readiness and Environmental Programs to evaluate and recommend controls for industrial operations that may have potential noise, chemical, radiological and biological health hazards, as well as collect potable water, industrial waste and environmental samples for analysis and interpretation. Other important responsibilities include consulting on radiation safety, planning prevention of and responding to weapons of mass destruction events, as well as involvement with the Fetal Protection Program. The results are used for indications of adverse trends for pollution prevention and ensure compliance with state and federal standards. BEE is also responsible for the Industrial Respiratory Protection Program, the Gas Mask Quantitative Fit Test Program and Heat Stress Program. Information about community or work environments can be obtained by calling (530) 634-2045 during normal duty hours. The Bioenvironmental Engineering office is located on the main base (cantonment) area at 6601 B St.

9TH MEDICAL SUPPORT SQUADRON
Pharmacy
The pharmacy fills more than 10,000 prescriptions per month or 500 per day with an average wait time of 15 minutes for prescriptions entered by 9th Medical Group providers. This can take slightly longer for multiple prescriptions or those from civilian providers. Prescription service is available for all eligible beneficiaries. Please ensure you check in at the turn-in window to activate the fill process. The pharmacy may dispense up to a 90-day supply of chronic medication with refills for one year if requested by your provider and allowed by law. The pharmacy is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Prescriptions from civilian providers will be honored if the prescribed medication is on our formulary. The Beale Clinic pharmacy stocks all items on the DoD Uniform Formulary as well as many other medications. The formulary can be reviewed online at http://www.pharmacyonesource.com/fos/ formulary/beale/beneficiary or ask for a copy at the turn-in window. Prescriptions are filled by using the pharmacy's 24-hour telephone refill service at (530) 634-2859 or (877) 471-4768. refill requests called in before noon will be ready the next duty day by noon; requests after noon will be ready in two duty days by noon. Questions may be directed to the pharmacy staff at (530) 634-4818/4397.

Laboratory
The laboratory is accredited by the College of American Pathologists. Limited laboratory services offered encompass most routine procedures used to treat a normal healthy population and most acute care scenarios. Many specialized tests can be performed through military reference laboratories; this averages seven to 10 days for receipt of results unless the provider determines a more urgent response is needed. TRICARE network laboratories are used when other limitations dictate (e.g., specimen viability, transportation time, etc.). Questions may be directed to the laboratory staff at (530) 634-4807/4677.

Radiology
Diagnostic imaging services provided include routine radiological examinations, ultrasound studies and mammograms. All reports are interpreted off-site by Travis Air Force Base radiologists through a teleradiology program. This averages 24 to 72 hours for receipt of results unless the provider determines a more urgent response is needed. Ultrasound and routine radiological exams are performed Monday through Friday with mammograms performed two days per week on Tuesday and Thursday. While Beale Clinic imaging services are limited, the Diagnostic Imaging technicians and Mammography Program are registered/ accredited by the American College of Radiology. Questions may be directed to the diagnostic imaging staff at (530) 634-4810.

TRICARE Operations and
Patient Administration
Questions about health benefits should be directed to the TRICARE Service Center representatives, located at the 9th Medical Group, Beale Air Force Base, in Room 120. They are available daily, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. to assist you with claims information as well as answer question about your health care options under the TRICARE program. A Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinator is located at the Beale Clinic that can help you make informed decisions regarding your healthcare needs. The BCAC can be reached at (530) 634-4817. Questions about the Family Member Dental Plan should be directed to United Concordia at (800) 891-8499. The Patient Administration office is located in room 226. They can assist you with items such as travel arrangements for medical TDY appointments, obtaining copies of your medical records, in/out-processing information as well as an array of other administrative functions. Questions can be referred to the Patient Administration office at (530) 634-4001. The Referral Management Center is considered a "one stop shop" for all specialty-care referrals and consultations. The RMC is conveniently located in Room 238 across from the Patient Administration window for all patients to access. The RMC provides patients with advice concerning referral and treatment options, and answers questions patients may have concerning their care. Questions can be referred to the Patient Administration office at (530) 634-3542.

9TH PHYSIOLOGICAL SUPPORT SQUADRON
The 9th Physiological Support Squadron provides physiological support, high quality aircrew training and depot-level pressure suit support for the DoD high-altitude reconnaissance mission. A $90 million operation, the squadron provides U-2 launch and recovery operations and houses the USAF Full Pressure Suit Depot, maintenance and supply center, supporting all USAF and NASA U-2, ER-2 and WB-57 high-altitude aircraft. The squadron serves as liaison with the Air Force Materiel Command U-2 Program Office for procurement of life support equipment; the ACC Command Surgeon Office providing consultant activities for high altitude physiology, human factors, radiation and nutrition; and CENTCOM providing designers physiological support. Additionally, the squadron serves as the USAF Western Region Physiological Training Center, providing life support and physiological training for DoD and NASA aircrew.

548TH INTELLIGENCE, SURVEILLANCE
AND RECONNAISSANCE GROUP
The 548th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group maintains, schedules and operates the Distributed Ground Station-2 and Deployable Shelterized System-Film components of the Air Force Distributed Common Ground System. The group is comprised of the 9th Intelligence Squadron, 13th Intelligence Squadron, 48th Intelligence Squadron and 234th Intelligence Squadron (California Air National Guard), all at Beale Air Force Base, in addition to the 152nd Intelligence Squadron (Nevada Air National Guard) in Reno, Nevada. Together, these squadrons process, exploit and disseminate broad-area, long-roll U-2 Ulm imagery and near-real-time U-2, Global Hawk and Predator imagery and signals data to provide actionable, fused all-source intelligence to theater, joint/combined force and component commanders. Although the group provides this support in garrison, it is also capable of deploying its personnel and assets forward as needed by theater commanders. The 548th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group's weapon system spans more than a decade of service to combatant command and service component reconnaissance goals and objectives, including those of Operations ALLIEDFORCE, JOINTENDEAVOR, SOUTHERN WATCH, NORTHERN WATCH, ENDURINGFREEDOMand IRAQI FREEDOM. The 548th ISRG's Plans and Programs office accomplishes system integration and block upgrades to the various DCGS components. The group's Standardization and Evaluation office certifies and evaluates the various mission crew positions, and the group's personnel also maintain Beale Air Force Base's Special SecurityForces.

9TH INTELLIGENCE SQUADRON
The 9th Intelligence Squadron is a combat unit operating and maintaining the $15 million Deployable Shelterized System-Film and $30 million fixed imagery production laboratory element of the Air Force Distributed Common Ground System. The 9th IS processes and exploits high-altitude reconnaissance imagery collected by the U-2 Optical Bar Camera and disseminates high-resolution, synoptic, contiguous imagery intelligence to combatant commanders and warfighting forces.

13TH INTELLIGENCE SQUADRON
The 13th Intelligence Squadron plans, programs and operates the Distributed Ground Station-2 for 8th Air Force, providing timely, accurate, all-source intelligence to operational commanders. The unit's mission is to support global engagement by providing all sources, fused, near real-time intelligence to Air Force, Joint Task Force and unified commanders worldwide to meet Air Force, theater and national objectives.

48TH INTELLIGENCE SQUADRON
The 48th Intelligence Squadron is a worldwide deployable unit that operates the specialized intelligence and communications segments of the AN/GSQ-272 AF Distributed Common Ground System weapon system. The distributed ground station provides real-time strike information and actionable combat intelligence to warfighting forces. The 48th IS executes the maintenance, logistics, supply and communications/computer functions of DGS-2 and forward deploys the Mobile Stretch U-2 ground relay station.

152ND INTELLIGENCE SQUADRON
The 152nd Intelligence Squadron of the Nevada Air National Guard is gained by the 548th Intelligence Group to perform its federal mission of providing timely, actionable imagery intelligence to Air Force, Joint Task Force and unified commanders from in garrison as Remote Site 5 of the AF Distributed Common Ground System. The unit also maintains a fully-deployable collection, analysis and dissemination capability with the C-130H2 Scathe View. The squadron's state mission is to provide imagery support to the Joint Force Headquarters Emergency Operations Center as directed by the Governor of the State of Nevada through the Adjutant General.

234TH INTELLIGENCE SQUADRON
The 234th Intelligence Squadron is an Air National Guard squadron whose federal mission is to integrate with and support the 548th Intelligence Group in providing full spectrum imagery exploitation and multi-disciplinary products to the Total Force along with in-garrison communications, computer maintenance and integration and planning support functions for the $1 billion Distributed Ground Station-Two, exploitation arm for U-2, Global Hawk and Predator unmanned aerial vehicles. In addition, it has a state mission which is the protection of life and property, preservation of peace, order, public safety and disaster relief in times of earthquakes, floods and forest fires; search and rescue; protection of vital public services and support to civil defense by order of the Governor of California.

GLOBAL OPERATIONS CENTER
Air Combat Command's Global Operations Center is an integrated team of operations, intelligence and logistics experts who provide a broad range of U-2 and RC-135 reconnaissance solutions to customers around the world. From mission development and weather prediction to scheduling and logistics, the GOC directly supports theater commanders in the endless challenge of global force projection. The GOC also plans and participates in flag and joint exercises, as well as provides battle management services for U.S. Strategic Command.

And of special note, the GOC has DoD's only 24-hour worldwide watch solely dedicated to global reconnaissance operations. The Global Operations Center was created by the commander of Strategic Air Command at Beale Air Force Base in September 1991. Originally designated as Second Air Force, subsequent reorganizations brought the GOC under 12th Air Force and then Air Combat Command. The GOC traces its history to the Strategic Reconnaissance Center, conceived at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb. in May 1965. SRC was organized primarily to manage and oversee rapidly growing cold war reconnaissance operations. Today, the Global Operations Center continues its proud heritage of "anywhere, anytime" reconnaissance force enhancement for our fighting commanders-in-chief.

7TH SPACE WARNING SQUADRON
A rather unique unit in the Beale community is PAVE PAWS. The phased array warning system has three missions: to watch for sealaunched ballistic missiles or intercontinental ballistic missiles, track an interceptor kill vehicle as part of the Ballistic Missile Defense System and track near-earth space debris. PAVE PAWS is a tenant unit and part of the 21st Space Wing and Air Force Space Command. The radar's two corollary missions, detection and warning of SLBM and ICBM attacks against the United States and Canada, and the only operational Air Force asset to integrate with the Midcourse phase of the Missile Defense System, make it a vital component of Air Force Space Command's integrated tactical warning and attack assessment system supporting the North American Aerospace Defense Command, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, U.S. Strategic Command and the National Command Authorities. The secondary PAVE PAWS mission is space surveillance. The radar is tasked by the Joint Space Operations Center to provide positional and velocity information on all near-earth orbiting satellites which pass through its field of view to include the International Space Station and Space Transportation System (the Shuttle). Since achieving initial operational capability Aug. 15, 1980, the radar has been operated by the 7th Space Warning Squadron. Beginning in 1986, PAVE PAWS became a multi-national squadron, with U.S. Air Force and Canadian Forces personnel assigned to operate the radar. In 1994,maintenance and support services were contracted out. These services are currently provided by British Aerospace Engineering.

AIR FORCE OFFICE OF SPECIAL INVESTIGATIONS
The Air Force Office of Special Investigations is a separate operating agency which provides criminal, fraud, counterintelligence and other special investigative services to all Air Force activities worldwide.

AFOSI Det 218 is a field investigations unit consisting of a commander, superintendent and special agents/investigators. The detachment's AOR is approximately 400 square miles servicing four wing commanders on three separate installations and covering 31 counties in three states.