Preparing for the unexpected. A key cornerstone for mission-ready Airmen at Scott Air Force Base, Senior Airman Christopher VanHeuvelen, 375th Operations Support Squadron SERE specialist and his team work around the clock to ensure they have the competitive edge to return safely from any combat situation. Read more: https://bit.ly/3WQW7km
Air Mobility Command
Armed Forces
Scott AFB, IL 3,278 followers
Rapid Global Mobility…Right Effects, Right Place, Right Time!
About us
Air Mobility Command provides unrivaled airlift, air refueling, aeromedical evacuation, global air mobility support and Global Mobility Mission Command to project, connect, maneuver and sustain the Joint Force to achieve national objectives. We have approximately 110,000 Total Force personnel. The command operates the C-5 Galaxy, KC-10 Extender, C-17 Globemaster III, C-130 Hercules, C-130J Super Hercules, KC-46 Pegasus, KC-135 Stratotanker, VC-25 (Air Force One), C-20, C-21, C-32, C-37, and the C-40. AMC includes the U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center, 18th Air Force and the 618th Air Operations Center. The command operates 10 installations and has two regional bands, the USAF Band of Mid-America and USAF Band of the Golden West. Air Mobility Command was activated June 1, 1992, with headquarters at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, and is one of 11 major Air Force commands. As the air component of the U.S. Transportation Command, AMC is comprised of a Total Force effort to execute Rapid Global Mobility and enable Global Reach –the ability to respond anywhere in the world in a matter of hours. This is accomplished through AMC’s four core mission areas – Airlift, Air Refueling, Air Mobility Support and Aeromedical Evacuation.
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https://www.amc.af.mil/
External link for Air Mobility Command
- Industry
- Armed Forces
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Scott AFB, IL
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1992
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400 Scott Dr
Scott AFB, IL 62225, US
Employees at Air Mobility Command
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Joint Force mobility in action. A successful joint operation, the 621st Contingency Response Group increased training interoperability alongside the Pennsylvania Army National Guard and the Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 772 to enable movement of 24,800 pound Stryker vehicle hulls. Seizing opportunities like these are vital to synchronizing rapid global mobility operations in any domain. Read more: https://bit.ly/411bp8m
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Breaking new ground👷 ✈️ MacDill Air Force Base and local leaders celebrated the groundbreaking of a major renovation project to convert Hangar 5 to accommodate the KC-46 Pegasus. The hangar groundbreaking ceremony symbolizes MacDill’s dedication to fully advance and integrate the next generation of air refueling to continue to sustain and modernize the force. Read more: https://bit.ly/42F5SWf
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Mission ready for the warfighter ✈️ 💪 As the KC-46A continues to enhance the Air Force’s air refueling capabilities, the 605th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron plays a vital role in ensuring its success. Their hard work and dedication are critical to maintaining the Air Force’s unmatched air refueling power, enabling our warfighters to project strength across the globe with agility and precision. Read more: https://bit.ly/40kUzQg
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Delivering any time, any scope, and at any distance. As we gear up for Mobility Guardian 2025 this summer, here is a closer look at one of the cornerstones of Air Mobility Command—the C-17. Airdrops, aeromedical evacuation, fighter support and more, this workhorse enables agile logistics and sustained operations in multiple theaters across the globe.
The Most Insane Flight On The C-17 Globemaster
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Our ability to adapt and innovate relies on the expertise of our Airmen. The reintroduction of the warrant officer career path to the Air Force reflects the commitment to expanding and retaining technical excellence—essential for maintaining readiness and effectiveness in an increasingly complex world. Scott Air Force Base recently welcomed new Warrant Officers, with Brig. Gen. Joy Kaczor, Director Cyberspace Operations and Warfighter Communications, hosting a Warrant Officer Roadshow and an all call for cyber Airmen and civilians (17D/S officer, 17W/Y Warrant Officer and 1D7/1BX Enlisted Airmen) to discuss updates across the career field. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Wo4qDL
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Using every tool at their disposal, the 302nd Airlift Wing continues to work around the clock supporting firefighters with their aerial firefighting mission. The MAFFS (Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System) is a critical tool for containing wildfires and it takes a lot of preparation and teamwork to make these drops happen. Take a look at the behind-the-scenes preparation and essential work to protect communities from wildfires: https://bit.ly/4hiphQX
How the Air Force Uses C-130s to Fight Wildfires
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#ICYMI: From forklifts to fitness, this rodeo had it all! 🏋️♂️🚜 Read all about how the 733rd Air Mobility Squadron partnered with the Japanese Self Defense Force during the 2024 Okinawa Airlift Rodeo 👇 https://bit.ly/42mJl0e
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Synchronized, capable and ready 🇨🇦🇺🇸✈️ Airmen from the 305th Air Mobility Wing’s 2nd Air Refueling Squadron recently teamed up with their Canadian counterparts for Operation Crimson Snowman in Trenton, Ontario. This joint exercise highlighted the power of cooperation and enhanced aerial capabilities between the U.S. and Canadian forces. With a special focus on the boom-equipped aerial refueling mission, this training was an important milestone as the Royal Canadian Air Force prepares to adopt the KC-46 Pegasus in 2027. Read more: https://bit.ly/42diaFo
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Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David Allvin explains why the Air Force is currently evaluating existing policies and standards to ensure they're easier to understand, comply with, and enforce. Stay tuned for updates on upcoming policy changes in the months ahead. United States Air Force