505th Command and Control Wing
Overview
The 505th Command and Control Wing (505 CCW) is a United States Air Force (USAF) unit that serves as the Air Force's premier organization for command and control operations. It is responsible for the development and testing of new tactics, techniques, and procedures to meet the challenges of integrating air, space, and cyber capabilities.
History
The 505 CCW was activated on 26 September 1947, at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. The unit was initially established as a bombardment group during World War II, and it has evolved over time to meet the changing needs of the USAF.
Organization
The 505 CCW is composed of several subordinate units, including the 505th Training Squadron, the 505th Test Squadron, and the 505th Combat Training Squadron. Each of these units plays a critical role in the wing's mission to develop and test new command and control tactics and procedures.
Mission
The 505 CCW's mission is to train warfighters to plan, execute, and assess combined air, space, and cyber operations. It accomplishes this through a combination of live, virtual, and constructive training environments.
Operations
The 505 CCW conducts a wide range of operations, including Air Operations Center (AOC) training, testing, and tactics development. It also supports a variety of other USAF and Department of Defense (DoD) initiatives.
Training
The 505 CCW provides comprehensive training for AOC personnel. This includes initial qualification training, mission qualification training, and continuation training. The wing also conducts a variety of specialized courses, such as the AOC Initial Qualification Course and the AOC Director of Operations Course.
Testing
The 505 CCW conducts testing to develop and validate new tactics, techniques, and procedures for command and control operations. This includes testing of new technologies, systems, and concepts of operation.
Tactics Development
The 505 CCW plays a key role in the development of new tactics for command and control operations. This includes the creation of new concepts of operation, the development of new procedures, and the testing and validation of these new tactics.
Notable Personnel
While the 505 CCW does not focus on individual personnel, the wing's success is a testament to the dedication and skill of its members. The wing's personnel are recognized experts in their fields, and they play a critical role in the USAF's command and control operations.