71st Special Operations Squadron
| 71st Special Operations Squadron | |
|---|---|
A 71st Special Operations CV-22 Osprey refuels over New Mexico | |
| Active | 1943–1946 1947–1953; 1953–1973; 1987–1993; 2005–present |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Air Force |
| Role | Special Operations Training |
| Part of | Air Education and Training Command |
| Motto(s) | Strike Swiftly (2005-present) Anywhere Anytime (1987-1993) |
| Decorations | Distinguished Unit Citation Presidential Unit Citation Air Force Outstanding Unit Award French Croix de Guerre with Palm French Fourragère Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm |
| Insignia | |
| 71st Special Operations Squadron emblem | |
| 71st Special Operations Squadron emblem (1987-1993) | |
| 71st Air Commando Squadron emblem | |
| 71st Troop Carrier Squadron emblem | |
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The 71st Special Operations Squadron is part of the 58th Special Operations Wing at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico. It operates Bell Boeing CV-22 Osprey conducting special operations flying training.