37th Airlift Squadron

The 37th Airlift Squadron is part of the 86th Airlift Wing at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. It operates Lockheed C-130J Super Hercules aircraft providing theater airlift.

37th Airlift Squadron
Airmen tow a squadron Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules aircraft into position during Steadfast Javelin II
Active1942–1952; 1952–1957; 1966–present
Country United States
Branch United States Air Force
RoleAirlift
Part ofUnited States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa
Garrison/HQRamstein Air Base, Germany
Nickname(s)Blue Tail Flies
EngagementsOperation Overlord
Operation Market Garden
Battle of Pakchon
Operation Tomahawk
Kosovo War
Desert Storm
DecorationsDistinguished Unit Citation
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation
Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm
Insignia
37th Airlift Squadron emblem (approved 6 July 1951)
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