1st Special Operations Squadron
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For other uses, see 1 Squadron.
"1st Pursuit Squadron" redirects here. For the 1st Pursuit Squadron (Night Fighter), see 915th Air Refueling Squadron.
The 1st Special Operations Squadron is part of the 353d Special Operations Group at Kadena Air Base, Japan. It operates the MC-130J Commando II, providing special operation capabilities. Air crews are trained in night low-level flying, using night vision goggles to deliver troops and equipment into denied areas during adverse weather conditions at night by airdrop or landing.[2]
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1st Special Operations Squadron | |
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Active | 1939–1942; 1949–1952; 1953–1954; 1963–present |
Country | United States |
Branch | United States Air Force |
Role | Special Operations |
Part of | Air Force Special Operations Command |
Garrison/HQ | Kadena Air Base |
Decorations | Presidential Unit Citation Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Combat "V" Device Air Force Meritorious Unit Award Air Force Outstanding Unit Award Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm[1] |
Insignia | |
1st Special Operations Squadron emblem (approved 20 May 1966)[1] | |
Unofficial 1st Air Commando Squadron emblem |
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