 As an integral part of the 353rd Special Operations Group, the 1st Special Operations Squadron operated the MC-130H Combat Talon II till 2020, and currently operates the MC-130J Commando II aircraft in support of joint and allied special operations forces.This aircraft is capable of delivering troops and equipment into denied areas at night by airdrop or landing.Its air crews are specially trained in night low-level flying, using night vision goggles.