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8th Squadron (Iraq)
8 Squadron or 8th Squadron may refer to: * No. 8 Squadron PAF, a unit of the Pakistan Air Force * No. 8 Squadron RAF, a unit of the Royal Air Force * No. 8 Squadron RAAF, a unit of the Royal Australian Air Force * No. 8 Squadron RNZAF, a unit of the Royal New Zealand Air Force * 8 Squadron SAAF, a unit of the South African Air Force, disbanded in 2001 * 8th Tactical Fighter Squadron (JASDF), a unit of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force * 8th Fighter Squadron, a unit of the United States Air Force * 8th Flying Training Squadron, a unit of the United States Air Force * 8th Special Operations Squadron, a unit of the United States Air Force * 8th Weapons Squadron, a unit of the United States Air Force * 8th Airlift Squadron, a unit of the United States Air Force * HSC-8 (Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 8), a unit of the United States Navy * HS-8 (Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron 8), a unit of the United States Navy * HT-8 (Helicopter Training Squadron 8), a unit of the United States Nav ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
8 Squadron SAAF
8 Squadron was a South African Air Force squadron during World War II and was again active between 1951 and 2001. During this second period, it was designated at different times as either a Citizen Force or Permanent Force squadron and was disbanded on 31 March 2001. History It was formed in February 1942 and was equipped with Hawker Furies released from 43 Squadron RAF but was disbanded seven months later in August 1942 and was never operationally deployed during the war. On 1 January 1951 the squadron was re-constituted at Bloemspruit as the Citizen Force element of 24 Squadron flying Harvards. In 1957 the squadron was assigned the role of presenting the Harvard Weapons Course and was split between permanent and citizen force flights. The Permanent Force Flight was responsible for the weapons course training, a role retained until 1970. In 1973 the unit was converted to Impala Mk I's and in November 1974 became the first squadron to be equipped with Impala Mk IIs. The s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
8th Tactical Fighter Squadron (JASDF)
The 8th Tactical Fighter Squadron () is a squadron of the 8th Air Wing of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force based at Tsuiki Air Base, in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. It is equipped with Mitsubishi F-2 and Kawasaki T-4 aircraft.Thompson, PauJASDF - Order of Battle July 1, 2017''J-HangarSpace'' Retrieved September 23, 2017Thompson, PauJASDF - Squadron Histories''J-HangarSpace'' Retrieved September 23, 2017 History Tail markings The squadron's tail marking is of a black leopard. In popular culture The squadron appeared in the 1993 anime film '' Patlabor 2: The Movie'' and in the 2016 film ''Shin Godzilla''. Aircraft operated Fighter aircraft * North American F-86F Sabre (1960-1980) * Mitsubishi F-1 (1980-1997) * McDonnell Douglas F-4EJ Kai (1997-2009) * Mitsubishi F-2 (2008-present) Liaison aircraft * Lockheed T-33A (1959-1992) * Mitsubishi T-2 (1981-2006) * Kawasaki T-4 (1991-present) See also * Fighter units of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force Fighter units of the Japan A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
8th Fighter Squadron
The 8th Fighter Squadron is an active United States Air Force squadron, assigned to the 54th Fighter Group Air Education and Training Command, stationed at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico. It currently operates the General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft, conducting initial training, transition and instructor upgrades training. The squadron have a proud lineage of aircraft and assignments. The origin of the 8th Fighter Squadron can be traced back to 1940, and since then, the squadron has served in several war and peace time assignments across the globe. History World War II The 8th Fighter Squadron traces its origins to the formation of the 49th Pursuit Group at Selfridge Field, Michigan on 20 November 1940. The 8th Pursuit Squadron was equipped with Seversky P-35s that were transferred from the 1st Pursuit Group that departed to Rockwell Field, California. In May 1941, the squadron proceeded to Morrison Field, West Palm Beach, Florida, to train in the Curtis ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
8th Flying Training Squadron
The 8th Flying Training Squadron is part of the 71st Flying Training Wing based at Vance Air Force Base, Oklahoma. It operates the T-6A Texan II aircraft conducting flight training. Mission Performs Joint Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training with T-6A Texan II trainers. History World War II Activated in early 1942 under Fourth Air Force; after a brief organizational period in Southern California where it was equipped with reconnaissance P-38 Lightnings (F-4) it deployed to the Southwest Pacific Area, being assigned to Fifth Air Force in Australia. Engaged in long-range tactical reconnaissance missions over New Guinea; later the Netherlands East Indies and in late 1944, over the Philippines in support of MacArthur's Island-Hopping campaign (1942–1945). After the Japanese capitulation in August 1945, became part of the Army of Occupation in Japan. It was not operational between April 1946 and July 1947. Korean War From 1947–1949 flew photographic mapping missions over ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
8th Special Operations Squadron
The 8th Special Operations Squadron is a squadron of the United States Air Force. It is assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing, Air Force Special Operations Command, stationed at Hurlburt Field, Florida. The squadron is equipped with the Bell Boeing CV-22 Osprey in support of special operations. The 8th is one of the oldest units in the United States Air Force, being organized as the 8th Aero Squadron on 21 June 1917 at Camp Kelly, Texas. The squadron deployed to France and fought on the Western Front (World War I), Western Front during World War I, equipped with United States-built Dayton-Wright DH-4, as reconnaissance aircraft. During World War II, the squadron fought in the Southwest Pacific Area with Fifth Air Force as an attack and later North American B-25 Mitchell medium bomber squadron. During the Cold War, it fought in the Korean War with Douglas B-26 Invader medium bombers and Vietnam War as a Martin B-57 Canberra medium bomber and later as an air commando squadro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
8th Weapons Squadron
The 8th Weapons Squadron is a non-flying United States Air Force unit, assigned to the USAF Weapons School at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The squadron inherited the lineage of the 8th Airborne Command and Control Squadron. The 8th’s history includes flying cargo aircraft to supply people and munitions around the South Pacific during WWII. Known then as the 8th Combat Cargo Squadron, the unit’s Curtiss C-46 Commandos and Douglas C-47 Skytrains likely shared ramp space with the 433d Fighter Squadron’s (now the F-15C Weapons Squadron) Lockheed P-38 Lightnings in New Guinea and the Philippines in 1944 and 1945. The 8th Airborne Command and Control Squadron flew the EC-135 to provide airborne command and control for deploying fighter squadrons over the Atlantic Ocean, and supporting the movement of key Air Combat Command leadership. Overview Provides advanced training for Airborne Warning and Control System and Ground Theater Air Control System officers. Also includes tra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
8th Airlift Squadron
The 8th Airlift Squadron is part of the 62d Airlift Wing at McChord Air Force Base, Washington. It operates Boeing C-17 Globemaster III aircraft supporting the United States Air Force global reach mission worldwide. Mission Train and equip Boeing C-17 Globemaster III aircrews for global airland and airdrop operations. History Initial organization The squadron's origins date to 1 October 1933 when it was constituted as the 8th Transport Squadron and assigned to the 2d Transport Group in the Fifth Corps Area in inactive status. The unit became a Regular Army Inactive unit when reserve personnel were assigned to it in June 1938 at Patterson Field, Ohio.Regular Army Inactive units were units that were constituted in the regular army. Although they were not activated, they were organized with reserve personnel during the 1920s and early 1930s. Even though they had reserve personnel assigned, they were not Organized Reserve units. Because they had no regular personnel they were st ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
HSC-8
Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Eight (HSC-8) "Eightballers" is a United States Navy helicopter squadron based at Naval Air Station North Island, San Diego, California. HSC-8 is attached to Carrier Air Wing 11 ( CVW-11) and deploys aboard . HSC-8 was redesignated from HS-8 on 28 September 2007. Mission Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Eight (HSC-8), "America's Premier Combat Helicopter Squadron", executes helicopter utility and light attack missions in support of Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN (CVW-11), USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and Carrier Strike Group 9 (CSG-9) operations. History HSC-8 traces its lineage to the second of two squadrons which bore the designation Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron EIGHT (HS-8). That Squadron which has become HSC-8 was established on 1 November 1969. The first squadron designated HS-8 was established at Naval Auxiliary Air Station Ream Field, Imperial Beach, California on 1 June 1956. The first helicopters employed by the command were the HSS-1N S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
HS-8
Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Eight (HSC-8) "Eightballers" is a United States Navy helicopter squadron based at Naval Air Station North Island, San Diego, California. HSC-8 is attached to Carrier Air Wing 11 (CVW-11) and deploys aboard . HSC-8 was redesignated from HS-8 on 28 September 2007. Mission Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Eight (HSC-8), "America's Premier Combat Helicopter Squadron", executes helicopter utility and light attack missions in support of Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN (CVW-11), USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and Carrier Strike Group 9 (CSG-9) operations. History HSC-8 traces its lineage to the second of two squadrons which bore the designation Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron EIGHT (HS-8). That Squadron which has become HSC-8 was established on 1 November 1969. The first squadron designated HS-8 was established at Naval Auxiliary Air Station Ream Field, Imperial Beach, California on 1 June 1956. The first helicopters employed by the command were the HSS-1N Se ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
HT-8
Helicopter Training Squadron EIGHT (HT-8) is a United States Navy helicopter training squadron based at Naval Air Station Whiting Field in Milton, FL. The squadron's mission is helicopter pilot training for U. S. Navy, U. S. Marine Corps and U. S. Coast Guard Student Naval Aviators and for selected foreign military flight students from basic helicopter flight training through winging. Student Naval Aviators report to HT-8 for helicopter training upon completion of primary flight training conducted in the T-6B Texan II U. S. Navy primary flight trainer. HT-8 flies both the TH-57B Sea Ranger and the TH-57C Sea Ranger. The unit generally uses the call sign "Eight Ball" over the radio. History Helicopter Training Squadron EIGHT is the oldest currently active helicopter squadron in the U. S. Navy. In April 1948 the U. S. Navy established two helicopter squadrons and designated them Helicopter Utility Squadron ONE (HU-1) and Helicopter Utility Squadron TWO (HU-2). In 1950, the trai ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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