The group was organized on 29 June 1918[1] at Croix de Metz Aerodrome, Toul, France.

In theory the group totaled 72 aircraft and an equal number of pilots.

When the armistice with Germany was signed and hostilities ceased at 11:00 on 11 November 1918, the pilots of the group had flown 7,788:21 hours in combat over enemy territory.

In addition, four pilots of the group were decorated with the Distinguished Service Cross.

[3] This article incorporates public domain material from the Air Force Historical Research Agency