Seeking info on 347th TAS

[all-bull]

Hey guys,

I am trying to find some information on this unit. I can find nothing on google on the squadron. The closest I get is the 347th Tactical Airlift Wing. Any history on this unit would be great. THANKS A LOT!!

[Teamski]

From what I have, the 347th TAS was assigned to the 516th TAW at Dyess AFB. It was deactivated in June, 1972. It used to be a Troop Carrier Squadron and was based at Pope AFB before transferring to Dyess in 1963. Others might have more information. Hope this helps.

 

-Ski

[Mark1]

The 347th Tactical Airlift Squadron assigned to the Tactical Air Command, 12th Air Force, 838th Air Division (5/1/67 - 3/15/72) and 834th Air Division (3/15/72 - 6/1/72), 516th Tactical Airlift Command out of Dyess AFB, Texas from 5/1/67 to 6/1/72. The aircraft they flew was the C-130 Hercules.

 

also the squadron was attached to the United States Air Forces in Europe, 17th Air Force, 322nd Tactical Airlift Wing out of Rhein Main AB, Germany from 2/2/70 - 4/13/70, 6/12/71 - 8/12/71 and 2/14/71 - 4/17/72

 

Mark