612 AOC

The 612th Air Operations Center (612 AOC) is a key unit within the United States Air Force, headquartered at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. Established in 1999, the 612 AOC serves as the operational command and control hub for air operations within the U.S. Southern Command’s area of responsibility, primarily focusing on Central and South America and the Caribbean. The unit is responsible for planning, directing, and assessing air and space operations to support counter-narcotics, humanitarian, and theater security cooperation missions. Throughout its history, the 612 AOC has played a crucial role in coordinating multi-national efforts and fostering partnerships to enhance regional security and stability.