86th Operations Group
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The 86th Operations Group (86 OG) is the flying operational component of the 86th Airlift Wing, United States Air Force. The group is stationed at Ramstein Air Base, Germany.
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86th Operations Group | |
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Active | 1942–1958; 1975–1985; 1991–present |
Country | United States |
Branch | United States Air Force |
Type | Operations Group |
Role | Airlift |
Part of | United States Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa |
Garrison/HQ | Ramstein Air Base, Germany |
Motto(s) | "Virtus Perdurat" "Enduring Courage" |
Engagements | World War II (EAME Theater)
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Decorations | Distinguished Unit Citation
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Combat "V" Device 15 Jan 2004-31 Oct 2005 Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (10x) |
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The mission of the 86 OG (Tail Code: RS) is to conduct airlift, airdrop and aeromedical evacuation as well as VIP transport operations flying the C-21A, C-37A, and C-130J aircraft.