524th Special Operations Squadron

524th Special Operations Squadron
A C-146A Wolfhound operated by the 524th
Active1941–1945; 1946–2007; 2009–present
Country United States
Branch United States Air Force
RoleSpecial Operations
Part ofAir Force Special Operations Command
Garrison/HQCannon AFB
Nickname(s)Hounds of Heaven
EngagementsSouthwest Pacific Theater
Mediterranean Theater of Operations
European Theater of Operations
Korean War
Operation Iraqi Freedom
DecorationsDistinguished Unit Citation
Air Force Meritorious Unit Award
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
Philippine Republic Presidential Unit Citation
Korean Presidential Unit Citation
Insignia
524th Special Operations Squadron emblem[note 1]
524th Fighter Squadron emblem[note 2][1]

The 524th Special Operations Squadron is an active squadron of the United States Air Force, based at Duke Field, Florida, with the 492d Special Operations Wing.


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  1. ^ Dollman, TSG Davis (17 October 2017). "Factsheet 524 Special Operations Squadron (AFSOC)". Air Force Historical Research Agency. Retrieved 25 May 2021.