38th Reconnaissance Squadron

38th Reconnaissance Squadron
38th Reconnaissance Squadron RC-135V Rivet Joint electronic intelligence aircraft
Active1941–1946; 1947–1949; 1950–1970; 1979–present
Country United States
Branch United States Air Force
RoleReconnaissance and Surveillance
Part ofAir Combat Command
Garrison/HQOffutt Air Force Base
Motto(s)Ducimus Ceteri Sequuntur (Latin for 'We Lead, Others Follow') (1957-1994)
EngagementsEuropean Theater of Operations
Iraq War
Global War on Terrorism
DecorationsDistinguished Unit Citation
Air Force Meritorious Unit Award
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
Insignia
38th Reconnaissance Squadron emblem
38th Strategic Reconnaissance Squadron emblem
38th Pursuit Squadron emblem

The 38th Reconnaissance Squadron is a United States Air Force unit. It is a part of the 55th Wing at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. It operates the Boeing RC-135 aircraft conducting reconnaissance missions.