606th Special Operations Squadron
The 606th Special Operations Squadron is an inactive unit of the United States Air Force. The squadron was first activated as the 606th Air Commando Squadron in March 1966 and stationed at Nakhon Phanom Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand. The squadron flew C-123 Provider and A-26A bomber aircraft over the Ho Chi Minh trail at night during the Vietnam War to interdict the movement of people and equipment. The squadron was inactivated on 30 June 1971.
| 606th Special Operations Squadron | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1966-1971 |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Air Force |
| Role | Special Operations |
| Part of | Pacific Air Forces |
| Decorations | Presidential Unit Citation Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Combat "V" Device Vietnamese Gallantry Cross with Palm |
| Insignia | |
| 606th Air Commando Squadron emblem | |
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