VR-59


Fleet Logistics Support Squadron 59, nicknamed The Lone Star Express, is a transport squadron of the Fleet Logistics Support Wing of the United States Navy Reserve, based at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth, Texas. It is a reserve unit composed of both active duty and Selected Reserve sailors. The squadron maintains three modified Boeing Next-Generation 737-700C aircraft, designated as the C-40A Clipper.

Mission

The mission statement of VR-59 is ''"Navy unique fleet essential airlift providing around the clock worldwide logistics support to all military services, flying three C-40A Clippers."''