1st Airborne Command Control Squadron

The 1st Airborne Command and Control Squadron has its origins in World War II, initially activated in 1944 as part of the Army Air Forces to provide vital communications and command support in the European Theater. Over the decades, the unit evolved through several redesignations and roles, including operations during the Cold War as an airborne command post, ensuring continuity of command for U.S. Strategic Air Command in the event of nuclear conflict. Today, the squadron operates the E-4B Advanced Airborne Command Post, providing the National Airborne Operations Center (NAOC) capability for national leadership in times of crisis. The unit’s legacy is distinguished by its central role in national command and control, combining technological innovation with operational excellence.