HQ Air University

**HQ Air University** is the headquarters unit for Air University, the United States Air Force’s center for professional military education, located at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. Established in 1946, Air University was created to provide advanced education and leadership training to Air Force personnel, shaping doctrine, strategy, and innovation for the service. Over the decades, HQ Air University has overseen the development and management of numerous schools and colleges, including the Air War College and Squadron Officer School. Its mission has evolved to meet the changing needs of the Air Force, maintaining a focus on preparing leaders and advancing airpower thought.