14th Air Commando (AC)

The 14th Air Commando Wing was activated in 1967 during the Vietnam War as part of the United States Air Force’s efforts to provide specialized air support in Southeast Asia. Based at Nha Trang Air Base, South Vietnam, the unit operated a diverse fleet of aircraft, including gunships, transports, and psychological warfare planes. The 14th AC Wing played a pivotal role in interdiction missions along the Ho Chi Minh Trail, close air support, and unconventional warfare operations. Its innovative use of AC-47 "Spooky" and AC-119 gunships marked a significant evolution in air power, earning the unit a distinguished combat record before it was redesignated as the 14th Special Operations Wing in 1968.