6th Special Operations Squadron (U.S. Air Force) White Coffee Mug

The 6th Special Operations Squadron (SOS) is a unit within the United States Air Force that specializes in airborne operations, primarily utilizing MC-130 Combat Talon II aircraft. Established during World War II, this squadron has played a crucial role in various military conflicts, from jungle warfare in Vietnam to counter-insurgency missions in Afghanistan and Iraq. The primary mission of the 6th SOS is to provide low-level air support for special operations forces, enabling them to conduct reconnaissance, insertion/extraction of personnel, and delivery of supplies by night or day, under adverse weather conditions. The squadron's home base is located at Hurlburt Field, Florida, where it falls under the command of the 1st Special Operations Wing.