Airpark Adventure: AC-119 gunship

In February 1968, the United States Air Force approved a program to develop AC-119 gunships for special operations duty in Southeast Asia. Their specialized missions included air interdiction, clandestine air support, armed reconnaissance and air base defense. (U.S. Air Force video by Staff Sgt. Miranda Mahoney)

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Airpark Adventure: AC-119 gunship

Published Sept. 19, 2022
By Staff Sgt. Miranda Mahoney
1st Special Operation Wing Public Affairs

HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. --

In February 1988, the United States Air Force approved a program to develop AC-119 gunships for special operations duty in Southeast Asia. Their specialized missions included air interdiction, clandestine air support, armed reconnaissance and air base defense.