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squadron

[skwod-ruhn] / ˈskwɒd rən /
NOUN
military unit
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A former commander of a pararescue jumpers squadron told CBS News that a rescue operation like the reported one in Iran would involve at least 24 pararescue jumpers scouring the area in Black Hawk helicopters.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Mr. Hertling served as the operations officer of a cavalry squadron spearheading the advance into Iraq.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

Meanwhile RAF F-35 jets and Typhoons based in Cyprus, along with a squadron of Typhoons based in Qatar, continue to fly over the Middle East as part of a defensive operation.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

“Flying through blizzard conditions, his squadron was ambushed by seven Soviet fighter planes.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

After they became the 46th Guards, they were allowed to form a third flight squadron and a training squadron.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein