The 17 Force Support Squadron (FSS) is a unit within the Air Education and Training Command (AETC) of the United States Air Force. The squadron's primary role is to provide force support services, which encompass various functions such as food service, lodging, personnel services, supply, and transportation. These essential services enable the smooth functioning of the larger military organization by ensuring the well-being, readiness, and morale of its personnel. The 17 FSS is part of the Air Force's broader mission to maintain a ready force that can defend the nation and uphold global peace.