938 th Military Air lift

• Origins: The 938th Military Airlift Group was first activated in 1963 as part of the Air Force Reserve, based at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. • Mission: Its primary mission was to provide tactical and strategic airlift capabilities, transporting troops, equipment, and supplies wherever needed. • Aircraft: The unit was equipped with the Douglas C-124 Globemaster II, a heavy-lift cargo aircraft known for its large cargo hold and ability to carry bulky equipment. • Vietnam War Support: The 938th played a vital role in supporting operations during the Vietnam War by flying missions to transport supplies and personnel to Southeast Asia. • Humanitarian Missions: The group was involved in numerous humanitarian missions, including disaster relief efforts in the United States and abroad. • Deactivation: Due to the phase-out of the C-124 aircraft, the 938th Military Airlift Group was inactivated in 1969. • Decorations: Over its service life, the group and its personnel received multiple Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards in recognition of their exemplary performance. • Reserve Component: The 938th was an Air Force Reserve unit, meaning its members balanced civilian life with military duties, often being called to active duty during emergencies. • Legacy: Former members of the 938th went on to serve in other Air Force units, contributing their airlift expertise to other operations and missions. • Nickname: Though not widely known by a specific nickname, the unit’s aircrews were sometimes referred to as “Old Shaky Flyers” after the affectionate nickname for the C-124 Globemaster II.