552d Air Control Wing

The 552d Air Control Wing, established in 1955, is a key unit of the United States Air Force specializing in airborne command and control. Stationed at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, the wing operates the E-3 Sentry AWACS aircraft, providing all-weather surveillance, command, control, and communications to U.S. and allied forces. Throughout its history, the 552d has played critical roles in major operations, including Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom. The wing continues to be a vital component of global air operations, supporting both combat and humanitarian missions worldwide.