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What are the two types of Major Commands (MAJCOM)?
What are the two types of Major Commands (MAJCOM)?
Lead MAJCOMs and Component MAJCOMs
What is a Lead MAJCOM?
What is a Lead MAJCOM?
Consolidates responsibilities for a particular function in a single MAJCOM, supporting the entire USAF, as applicable.
What is a Component MAJCOM?
What is a Component MAJCOM?
Component MAJCOM supports a specific combatant command.
What is the mission of Air Combat Command?
What is the mission of Air Combat Command?
What is the USAF Component to US Transportation Command and what is their mission?
What is the USAF Component to US Transportation Command and what is their mission?
What is the mission of Pacific Air Forces?
What is the mission of Pacific Air Forces?
Which MAJCOM is a combined organization but delivers two separate combatant command support?
Which MAJCOM is a combined organization but delivers two separate combatant command support?
What is Air Education and Training Command's mission?
What is Air Education and Training Command's mission?
Which MAJCOM has the mission to equip the USAF for world-dominant power?
Which MAJCOM has the mission to equip the USAF for world-dominant power?
What does Air Force Special Operations Command provide?
What does Air Force Special Operations Command provide?
Which MAJCOM has the mission to provide strategic deterrence, global strike, and combat support...anytime, anywhere?
Which MAJCOM has the mission to provide strategic deterrence, global strike, and combat support...anytime, anywhere?
What are the capabilities of the Air Force Reserve Command?
What are the capabilities of the Air Force Reserve Command?
What is the purpose of SpOC (Space Operations Command)?
What is the purpose of SpOC (Space Operations Command)?
What is STARCOM (Space Readiness and Training Command) responsible for?
What is STARCOM (Space Readiness and Training Command) responsible for?
What is SSC (Space Systems Command) responsible for?
What is SSC (Space Systems Command) responsible for?
Flashcards
Lead MAJCOM
Lead MAJCOM
A major command (MAJCOM) in the US Air Force that consolidates responsibility for specific functions across the entire Air Force.
Component MAJCOM
Component MAJCOM
A major command (MAJCOM) that directly supports unified combatant commands in specific geographic areas.
What is the mission of ACC (Air Combat Command)?
What is the mission of ACC (Air Combat Command)?
Ensuring global national security by operating fighter, bomber, reconnaissance, and electronic-combat aircraft.
What is the USAF component to USTRANSCOM (US Transportation Command)?
What is the USAF component to USTRANSCOM (US Transportation Command)?
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What is the mission of PACAF (Pacific Air Forces)?
What is the mission of PACAF (Pacific Air Forces)?
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How do USAFE & USAFAF work together?
How do USAFE & USAFAF work together?
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What is the mission of AETC (Air Education and Training Command)?
What is the mission of AETC (Air Education and Training Command)?
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What is the mission of AFMC (Air Force Materiel Command)?
What is the mission of AFMC (Air Force Materiel Command)?
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What is the role of AFSOC (Air Force Special Operations Command)?
What is the role of AFSOC (Air Force Special Operations Command)?
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What is the mission of AFGSC (Air Force Global Strike Command)?
What is the mission of AFGSC (Air Force Global Strike Command)?
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What are the capabilities of AFRC (Air Force Reserve Command)?
What are the capabilities of AFRC (Air Force Reserve Command)?
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What is the responsibility of SpOC (Space Operations Command)?
What is the responsibility of SpOC (Space Operations Command)?
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What is the role of STARCOM (Space Readiness & Training Command)?
What is the role of STARCOM (Space Readiness & Training Command)?
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What is the role of SSC (Space Systems Command)?
What is the role of SSC (Space Systems Command)?
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What is a Lead MAJCOM?
What is a Lead MAJCOM?
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Study Notes
USAF Major Commands (MAJCOM)
- Two types: Lead MAJCOMs consolidate responsibilities for specific functions; Component MAJCOMs integrate with theater commands.
Lead MAJCOM
- Functions as the primary authority for specific functions supporting the entire USAF.
Component MAJCOM
- Supports unified combatant commands, functioning alongside specified commands to enhance operational capabilities.
Air Combat Command (ACC) Mission
- Ensures support for the global national security strategy via operating various aircraft types including fighter, bomber, reconnaissance, and electronic-combat units.
USAF Component to US Transportation Command
- USTRANSCOM aggregates transportation capabilities for the Department of Defense, streamlining logistics and movement of assets.
Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) Mission
- Delivers air, space, and cyberspace capabilities for the protection of the U.S. and its partners, enhancing strategic access and maintaining regional security.
Combined Combat Command Support
- United States Air Forces in Europe & Air Forces Africa collaborate as a combined organization yet provide support to two separate combatant commands.
Air Education and Training Command (AETC) Mission
- Focused on recruiting, training, and educating Airmen to ensure effective airpower delivery for America.
Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) Mission
- Dedicated to equipping the USAF to maintain world-dominant power through material support and logistics.
Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) Role
- Supplies highly trained personnel for diverse global special operations, including precision strikes and logistical support for missions.
Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) Mission
- Ensures capabilities for strategic deterrence and global strike, providing combat support consistently worldwide.
Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) Capabilities
- Engages in various operations including nuclear deterrence, air and space superiority, global intelligence, special operations, and rapid mobility.
Space Operations Command (SpOC) Responsibility
- Generates and sustains combat-ready Guardians, focusing on space operations, intelligence, and combat support missions.
Space Readiness and Training Command (STARCOM)
- Prepares Guardians for competition and conflict through education, training, and operational readiness evaluations.
Space Systems Command (SSC) Role
- Develops, acquires, and sustains new space capabilities, enhancing operational readiness for military and civilian applications globally.
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