The 12th Special Operations Squadron (SOS) is a unit within the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) of the United States Armed Forces. This squadron specializes in unconventional warfare, irregular warfare, counterinsurgency operations, and direct action missions. Based at Hurlburt Field, Florida, it operates MC-130 combat transport aircraft to deliver personnel, equipment, and supplies, often under difficult and complex conditions. The 12th SOS is a critical component of the U.S. military’s special operations capabilities, providing strategic mobility for various operations around the globe.