USAF MAJCOMs & USSF Commands Flashcards

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What are the two types of Major Commands (MAJCOM)?

Lead MAJCOMs and Component MAJCOMs

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?

Component MAJCOM supports a specific combatant command.

What is the mission of Air Combat Command?

Support global implementation of the national security strategy by operating fighter, bomber, reconnaissance, battle-management, and electronic-combat aircraft. Signup and view all the answers

What is the USAF Component to US Transportation Command and what is their mission?

USTRANSCOM provides the Department of Defense with an aggregate of transportation capabilities and assets. Signup and view all the answers

What is the mission of Pacific Air Forces?

To deliver rapid and precise air, space, and cyberspace capabilities to protect and defend the United States, its territories, allies, and partners. Signup and view all the answers

Which MAJCOM is a combined organization but delivers two separate combatant command support?

United States Air Forces in Europe & Air Forces Africa Signup and view all the answers

What is Air Education and Training Command's mission?

To recruit, train, and educate Airmen to deliver airpower for America. Signup and view all the answers

Which MAJCOM has the mission to equip the USAF for world-dominant power?

Air Force Materiel Command Signup and view all the answers

What does Air Force Special Operations Command provide?

Highly trained, rapidly deployable Airmen for global special operations missions. Signup and view all the answers

Which MAJCOM has the mission to provide strategic deterrence, global strike, and combat support...anytime, anywhere?

Air Force Global Strike Command Signup and view all the answers

What are the capabilities of the Air Force Reserve Command?

Nuclear deterrence operations; air, space, and cyberspace superiority; command and control; global integrated intelligence surveillance reconnaissance; global precision attack; special operations; rapid global mobility; and personnel recovery. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of SpOC (Space Operations Command)?

Generates, presents, and sustains combat-ready Guardians for space operations, intelligence, cyberspace, and combat support missions. Signup and view all the answers

What is STARCOM (Space Readiness and Training Command) responsible for?

Preparing every Guardian to prevail in competition and conflict by developing and conducting education, training, doctrine, wargaming, lessons learned, test, and evaluation. Signup and view all the answers

What is SSC (Space Systems Command) responsible for?

Delivering new space capabilities at operationally relevant speeds, including developing, acquiring, equipping, fielding, and sustaining those capabilities. Signup and view all the answers

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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Test your knowledge of the United States Air Force Major Commands (MAJCOMs) and United States Space Force (USSF) Field Commands with our flashcards. This quiz covers key definitions and concepts related to different types of MAJCOMs, including Lead and Component MAJCOMs. Perfect for anyone studying military command structures.