963rd AACS

The 963rd Airborne Air Control Squadron (AACS) is a distinguished unit of the United States Air Force, originally activated in 1955. The squadron has operated a variety of airborne command and control platforms, most notably the E-3 Sentry AWACS aircraft. Throughout its history, the 963rd AACS has played a pivotal role in providing surveillance, command, and battle management support during key operations, including Cold War air defense and more recent operations in the Middle East. Based at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, the squadron continues to uphold its mission of delivering unmatched airborne command and control capabilities to U.S. and allied forces.