4th Special Operations Squadron
| 4th Special Operations Squadron | |
|---|---|
An AC-130U from the 4th Special Operations Squadron jettisons flares near Hurlburt Field | |
| Active | 1942–1944; 1949–1954; 1965–1969; 1970–1992; 1995 – present |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Air Force |
| Role | Special Operations |
| Part of | Air Force Special Operations Command |
| Garrison/HQ | Hurlburt Field |
| Nickname(s) | Ghostriders |
| Engagements | |
| Decorations | Presidential Unit Citation Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Combat "V" Device Air Force Meritorious Unit Award Air Force Outstanding Unit Award Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm |
| Insignia | |
| 4th Special Operations Squadron emblem (approved 20 June 1995) | |
| 4th Air Commando Squadron emblem | |
| 4th Liaison Squadron emblem | |
| 4th Airborne Command and Control Squadron emblem | |
The 4th Special Operations Squadron is part of the 1st Special Operations Wing at Hurlburt Field, Florida. It operates Lockheed AC-130J aircraft providing special operations capabilities.