602nd Special Operations Squadron

602nd Special Operations Squadron
A Douglas A-1H Skyraider of the 602nd Special Operations Squadron over Vietnam in June 1970
Active1944–1945; 1963–1970
Country United States
Branch United States Air Force
RoleClose air support and search and rescue (SAR) escort duty
Nickname(s)Firefly
DecorationsPresidential Unit Citation
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Combat "V" Device
Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm
Insignia
602nd Special Operations Squadron emblem

The 602nd Special Operations Squadron was a United States Air Force squadron that operated in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War.