The 701st Airlift Squadron is a military aviation unit within the United States Air Force, falling under the jurisdiction of the 94th Airlift Wing at Joint Base Griffis-Whiteman in Missouri. It operates the C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, which provides tactical and strategic airlift capabilities to support joint and combined operations worldwide. The squadron was established on June 26, 1951, during the Korean War and has since served in various conflicts, including Vietnam, Desert Storm, and Operation Enduring Freedom. Its mission is to deliver troops, equipment, and supplies wherever they are needed, playing a crucial role in the global defense efforts of the United States Air Force.
