CoC Flashcards
Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. Armed Forces?
The President of the United States.
What is the role of the Secretary of Defense?
Oversees the Department of Defense and supervises Combatant Commanders.
Who is the civilian leader of the Air Force?
The Secretary of the Air Force (SecAF).
What does the Secretary of the Air Force (SecAF) do?
Manages administration, training, logistics, and budgeting for the Air Force.
Who is the highest-ranking uniformed officer in the Air Force?
The Chief of Staff of the Air Force (CSAF).
What does the Chief of Staff of the Air Force (CSAF) do?
Advises the SecAF and oversees readiness, organization, and training.
Who assists the CSAF and steps in when needed?
The Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force (VCSAF).
Who is the top enlisted leader in the Air Force?
The Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force (CMSAF).
What does the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force (CMSAF) do?
Advises leadership on enlisted force matters and represents enlisted personnel.
What are the Air Force Deputy Chiefs of Staff responsible for?
They oversee specialized areas of Air Force operations.
What does A1 oversee?
Manpower, Personnel, and Services.
What does A2 oversee?
Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR).
What does A3 oversee?
Operations.
What does A4 oversee?
Logistics, Engineering, and Force Protection.
What does A5 oversee?
Strategy, Plans, and Programs.
What does A6 oversee?
Communications & Cyber Warfare
What does A8 oversee?
Strategic Plans and Requirements.
What does A9 oversee?
Studies, Analysis, and Assessments.
What is a Major Command (MAJCOM)?
A high-level division of the Air Force that focuses on specific mission areas.
Where is Air Combat Command (ACC) located?
Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia.
What does ACC do?
Manages combat forces for air superiority, ISR, and cyber warfare.
Where is Air Mobility Command (AMC) located?
Scott Air Force Base, Illinois.
What does AMC do?
Handles global airlift, refueling, and aeromedical evacuation.
Where is Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) located?
Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana.
What does AFGSC do?
Manages nuclear deterrence forces, including ICBMs and strategic bombers.
Where is Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) located?
Hurlburt Field, Florida.
What does AFSOC do?
Leads Air Force special operations, counterterrorism, and unconventional warfare.
Where is U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) located?
MacDill Air Force Base, Florida.
What does CENTCOM oversee?
Oversees military operations in the Middle East and Central Asia.
Where is U.S. European Command (EUCOM) located?
Stuttgart, Germany.
What does EUCOM oversee?
Covers military operations in Europe and supports NATO.
What is a Numbered Air Force (NAF)?
A major subdivision under a MAJCOM that manages operational wings.
What is a Wing in the Air Force?
The primary operational unit, led by a Brigadier General or Colonel.
What is a Group in the Air Force?
A subdivision within a Wing, typically led by a Colonel.
What is a Squadron in the Air Force?
The basic unit of the Air Force, consisting of 100-300 personnel.
What is a Flight in the Air Force?
The smallest unit within a Squadron, led by a Captain or Lieutenant.
Who appoints the secretary of the Air Force (SecAF) and with the advice &
consent of who?
The President and The Senate
