The 801^st Air Division was activated on 28 May 1952; the division trained and maintained a force capable of conducting bombing and electronic countermeasures operations. The 801^st also trained subordinate units in air-to-air refueling techniques, and in strategic reconnaissance. The division also participated in numerous tactical exercises such as Big Blast, Deep River, Sky Shield, and Purple Mood.

26^th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing

28 May 1952

1 Jul 1958

91^st Strategic Reconnaissance Wing

28 May 1952

8 Nov 1957

301^st Bomb Wing

15 Apr 1958

15 Mar 1965

376^th Bomb Wing

3 Dec 1957

15 Mar 1965

70^th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing

10 Oct 1951

15 May 1952