38th Rescue Squadron
The 38th Rescue Squadron (38 RQS) is an active United States Air Force Pararescue squadron. Part of the 347th Rescue Group, 23rd Wing, it is stationed at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. The squadron flew combat search and rescue missions during the Korean War and the Vietnam War.
| 38th Rescue Squadron | |
|---|---|
A 38th Rescue Squadron PJ rescuing a boy during Hurricane Katrina | |
| Active | 1952–1957; 1965–1971; 1978–1996; 2001–present |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Air Force |
| Role | Search and rescue Direct Action |
| Part of | Air Combat Command |
| Garrison/HQ | Moody Air Force Base, Georgia |
| Engagements | Korean War Vietnam War Global War on Terrorism |
| Decorations | Distinguished Unit Citation Presidential Unit Citation Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Combat "V" Device Air Force Outstanding Unit Award Presidential Unit Citation (Korea) Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm |
| Insignia | |
| 38th Rescue Squadron emblem (Approved 2 October 2001) | |
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