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712th Air Support Operation Squadron

U.S. Air Force

The 712th Air Support Operations Squadron (ASOS) is a United States Air Force unit that provides tactical command and control of airpower assets for ground forces. Activated in 2009, the unit is stationed at Fort Hood, Texas, and supports III Corps and its subordinate units. The 712th ASOS specializes in integrating close air support, air reconnaissance, and other air operations with Army maneuvers, ensuring effective coordination between air and land forces. Over the years, the squadron has deployed personnel in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, playing a crucial role in joint operations.

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Formation and Activation: The 712th Air Support Operations Squadron (ASOS) was first activated in 1996 at Fort Hood, Texas, to provide close air support coordination for ground forces.
Key Mission: The squadron’s primary mission is to advise, assist, and control airpower for U.S. Army units, especially the III Corps and its subordinate units.
Tactical Air Control Party (TACP): The 712th ASOS is primarily composed of TACP specialists, who are highly trained in calling in airstrikes and integrating air and ground operations.
Deployments: Members of the 712th have deployed in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan), and other global contingency operations.
Joint Operations: The squadron often works directly with Army units, embedding with them to ensure effective air-ground integration, and often participates in large-scale joint training exercises.
Specialized Training: Airmen in the 712th undergo rigorous training in communications, navigation, and weapons systems to coordinate precise airstrikes and support missions.
Support to Fort Hood: The 712th is critical to the success of Fort Hood’s training and readiness, ensuring Army units are proficient in integrating air support in both training and combat environments.
Decorations: The squadron has earned multiple unit awards for its exemplary performance during combat deployments and training exercises.
Modernization: The unit has embraced new technologies, such as advanced targeting equipment, digital communication networks, and improved mobility solutions to remain at the cutting edge of Air Force support operations.
Community Engagement: The 712th has a strong record of community involvement at Fort Hood and in the surrounding Texas area, participating in outreach, recruitment, and veteran support activities.

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712th Air Support Operation Squadron

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Kurt Cherry

U.S. Air Force Military Retiree · 1978 - 1980

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TYRONE CARR

U.S. Air Force Military Retiree · 2005 - 2009

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Christopher Fincher

U.S. Air Force Veteran · 1994 - 1997

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Lawrence Klingemann

U.S. Air Force Military Retiree · 1980 - 2000

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About 712th Air Support Operation Squadron

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Historical Facts

Formation and Activation: The 712th Air Support Operations Squadron (ASOS) was first activated in 1996 at Fort Hood, Texas, to provide close air support coordination for ground forces.
Key Mission: The squadron’s primary mission is to advise, assist, and control airpower for U.S. Army units, especially the III Corps and its subordinate units.
Tactical Air Control Party (TACP): The 712th ASOS is primarily composed of TACP specialists, who are highly trained in calling in airstrikes and integrating air and ground operations.
Deployments: Members of the 712th have deployed in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan), and other global contingency operations.
Joint Operations: The squadron often works directly with Army units, embedding with them to ensure effective air-ground integration, and often participates in large-scale joint training exercises.
Specialized Training: Airmen in the 712th undergo rigorous training in communications, navigation, and weapons systems to coordinate precise airstrikes and support missions.
Support to Fort Hood: The 712th is critical to the success of Fort Hood’s training and readiness, ensuring Army units are proficient in integrating air support in both training and combat environments.
Decorations: The squadron has earned multiple unit awards for its exemplary performance during combat deployments and training exercises.
Modernization: The unit has embraced new technologies, such as advanced targeting equipment, digital communication networks, and improved mobility solutions to remain at the cutting edge of Air Force support operations.
Community Engagement: The 712th has a strong record of community involvement at Fort Hood and in the surrounding Texas area, participating in outreach, recruitment, and veteran support activities.