AFGSCMD120 — Twentieth Air Force

AFGSCMD120 governs the mission, command structure, and responsibilities of Twentieth Air Force, including its assigned forces and units.

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  • Publication number: AFGSCMD120
  • Title: TWENTIETH AIR FORCE
  • Date: 2026-03-11

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It defines Twentieth Air Force’s mission to maintain readiness for nuclear forces and global strike operations. It establishes command relationships and requires the commander to oversee nuclear operations, weapons security, force readiness, testing, training, and other support.

Applies to: This publication applies to Headquarters, 20 AF.

Topics covered

  • Nuclear force readiness
  • Global strike operations
  • ICBM test programs
  • Nuclear weapons security
  • Command relationships
  • Response Task Forces
  • Joint nuclear operations support

Questions and answers

What is the mission of Twentieth Air Force?

The 20 AF mission is to ensure the readiness of assigned forces to defend the United States with combat ready nuclear forces and, on order, to conduct global strike operations. (paragraph 1)

Which units are subordinate to Twentieth Air Force?

20 AF has five subordinate units: the 90th Missile Wing (F. E. Warren AFB, Wyoming), 91st Missile Wing (Minot AFB, North Dakota), 341st Missile Wing (Malmstrom AFB, Montana), 377th Air Base Wing (Kirtland AFB, New Mexico), and 582d Helicopter Group (F.E. Warren AFB, Wyoming). (paragraph 2)

What authority does the Commander, 20 AF exercise over assigned units?

Exercise Administrative Control (ADCON) over assigned units. (paragraph 2)

What security responsibility does the commander have for nuclear weapons?

Ensure assigned forces retain custody of and provide security for assigned nuclear weapons to ensure combat readiness and conduct operations. (paragraph 3)

What does Twentieth Air Force do for ICBM test programs?

Ensure readiness of assigned forces to execute ICBM test programs in concert with Headquarters, AFGSC test management and oversight as defined by AFGSC Instruction (AFGSCI) 99-102, Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E). (paragraph 3)

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