7th Airlift Squadron

7th Airlift Squadron
7th Airlift Squadron C-17A Globemaster III sits on the sea-ice parking ramp at McMurdo Station, Antarctica
Active1939–1945; 1946–1969; 1971–present
Country United States
Branch United States Air Force
RoleAirlift
SizeSquadron
Part ofAir Mobility Command
Garrison/HQMcChord Air Force Base, Washington
Motto(s)Always Willing – Always Able
Engagements
European-African-Middle East Campaign World War II
  • Tunisia
  • Sicily
  • Naples-Foggia
  • Rome-Arno
  • Southern France
  • North Apennines
  • Po Valley


Armed Forces Expeditionary

  • Operation Just Cause (Panama), 1989–90
Decorations
Air Force Meritorious Unit Award

Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (13x)

Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm
Insignia
7th Airlift Squadron emblem
7th Troop Carrier Squadron emblem (approved 9 August 1944)

The 7th 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.