USAAMAC

• USAAMAC stands for: United States Army Aviation and Missile Command, a major subordinate command of the U.S. Army Materiel Command, responsible for aviation and missile systems. • Established: USAAMAC traces its lineage to organizations dating back to World War II, but was officially established in its current form in 1997 by merging the U.S. Army Aviation and Troop Command and the U.S. Army Missile Command. • Location: The command is headquartered at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, a site rich in missile and rocket history, including the development of the first American satellite launch vehicle. • Mission: USAAMAC manages the lifecycle of Army aviation and missile systems, from research and development to acquisition, logistics, and sustainment. • Global Reach: The command supports Army aviation and missile units worldwide, ensuring readiness and modernization for active duty, National Guard, and Reserve units. • Notable systems managed: USAAMAC oversees iconic systems like the Apache, Black Hawk, and Chinook helicopters, as well as the PATRIOT and Javelin missile systems. • Workforce: USAAMAC employs over 12,000 military, civilian, and contractor personnel, making it one of the largest employers in northern Alabama. • Historic Achievements: The command’s work has been critical in every major U.S. military conflict since World War II, from providing helicopters in Vietnam to advanced missiles in the Gulf Wars and beyond. • Innovation: USAAMAC has pioneered technologies like composite helicopter blades, advanced avionics, and next-generation missile seekers. • Support to Allies: USAAMAC plays a major role in Foreign Military Sales, providing aviation and missile systems and expertise to allied nations around the world.