434th Flying Training Squadron
| 434th Flying Training Squadron | |
|---|---|
434th Fighter Training Squadron T-38 Talon | |
| Active | 1943–1945; 1952–1991; 2007–present |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Air Force |
| Role | Pilot Training |
| Part of | Air Education and Training Command |
| Garrison/HQ | Laughlin Air Force Base |
| Mascot(s) | Red Devils |
| Engagements | European Theater of Operations |
| Decorations | Distinguished Unit Citation Air Force Outstanding Unit Award French Croix de Guerre with Palm Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Lt Col Christopher Cherry |
| Insignia | |
| 434th Fighter Training Squadron emblem | |
| 434th Fighter Squadron emblem (approved 7 July 1944) | |
| Unofficial 434th Fighter Squadron emblem (P-51 era) | |
The 434th Flying Training Squadron is part of the 47th Flying Training Wing based at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. It operates Beechcraft T-6 Texan II aircraft conducting flight training.