16th Special Operations Squadron
The 16th Special Operations Squadron is part of the 27th Special Operations Wing at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico. It operates the AC-130W Stinger II aircraft in support of special operations.
| 16th Special Operations Squadron | |
|---|---|
AC-130A Hercules of the 16th Special Operations Squadron | |
| Active | 1942–1944; 1944–1945; 1968–present |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Air Force |
| Role | Special Operations |
| Part of | Air Force Special Operations Command |
| Garrison/HQ | Cannon Air Force Base |
| Motto(s) | Spectre |
| Decorations | Distinguished Unit Citation Presidential Unit Citation Gallant Unit Citation Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Combat "V" Device Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm |
| Insignia | |
| 16th Special Operations Squadron emblem | |
| 16th Special Operations Squadron emblem | |
| 16th Combat Cargo Sq emblem | |
| 16th Ferrying Squadron emblem | |
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