AFRCMD046 — Combat Operations Squadrons

AFRCMD046 governs the mission, command relationships, and responsibilities of Combat Operations Squadrons.

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  • Publication number: AFRCMD046
  • Title: COMBAT OPERATIONS SQUADRONS
  • Date: 2024-06-10

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It describes the squadrons’ mission, command structure, and oversight of mission execution. Compliance with AFRCMD046 is mandatory, and the publication requires prescribed records to be maintained and disposed of under specified records procedures.

Applies to: This Mission Directive applies to individuals assigned to 610th Air Operations Group (AOG), DET 1 926th Operations Group (OG), 713th Combat Operations Squadron, 701st Combat Operations Squadron, and 710th Combat Operations Squadron.

Topics covered

  • Combat Operations Squadrons
  • Squadron mission
  • Command relationships
  • Administrative control
  • Mission oversight
  • Airpower command and control
  • Records disposition

Questions and answers

What mission does AFRCMD046 assign to Combat Operations Squadrons?

Provides well-trained, experienced, mission-ready Citizen Airmen to integrate into active components AOCs. (paragraph 1)

Who does the Combat Operations Squadrons Commander report to?

Reports to the Commander, 610th Air Operations Group. (paragraph 2)

What administrative authority does the Combat Operations Squadrons Commander exercise?

Exercises administrative control over assigned personnel. (paragraph 2)

What responsibilities must Combat Operations Squadrons execute?

Execute commander’s responsibilities as outlined in AFI 1-2, Commander’s Responsibilities. (paragraph 3)

What oversight does AFRCMD046 assign to Combat Operations Squadrons?

Provides oversight and execution of the Combat Operations Squadrons mission. (paragraph 3)

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