United States Army Aviation and Missile Command
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| United States Army Aviation and Missile Command | |
|---|---|
| Unit name | United States Army Aviation and Missile Command |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Garrison | Redstone Arsenal |
United States Army Aviation and Missile Command is a major subordinate command of the United States Army Materiel Command, providing aviation and missile systems to the United States Army. The command is headquartered at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, and is led by a Major General who has previously served in key positions such as the Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations (G-3/5/7). The command works closely with other organizations, including the Army Aviation Association of America, the National Defense Industrial Association, and the Aerospace Industries Association. The command's mission is to develop, acquire, and sustain Army aviation and missile systems, and to provide support to United States Army Forces Command and other United States Army commands.
● History
The command was established in 1995, as a result of the merger of the United States Army Aviation Systems Command and the United States Army Missile Command. The merger was part of a larger effort to streamline the United States Army's acquisition and logistics processes, and to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the United States Army's aviation and missile systems. The command's history dates back to the early days of Army aviation, when the United States Army Air Corps was established in 1926, and the United States Army Air Forces was established in 1941. The command has also been influenced by the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and other conflicts, in which Army aviation and missile systems played a key role. The command has worked closely with other organizations, including the NASA, the Federal Aviation Administration, and the Defense Intelligence Agency.
● Organization
The command is organized into several major directorates, including the Program Executive Office for Aviation, the Program Executive Office for Missiles and Space, and the Logistics Support Activity. The command is also supported by several other organizations, including the United States Army Test and Evaluation Command, the United States Army Research, Development and Engineering Command, and the United States Army Communications-Electronics Command. The command works closely with other United States Army commands, including the United States Army Forces Command, the United States Army Training and Doctrine Command, and the United States Army Special Operations Command. The command has also partnered with industry leaders, including Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and Raytheon Technologies.
● Responsibilities
The command is responsible for the development, acquisition, and sustainment of Army aviation and missile systems, including the UH-60 Black Hawk, the AH-64 Apache, and the Patriot (MIM-104) missile system. The command is also responsible for providing support to United States Army units, including United States Army Forces Command and other United States Army commands. The command works closely with other organizations, including the Defense Acquisition University, the National Defense University, and the Army War College. The command has also collaborated with international partners, including the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, the European Union, and the Association of the United States Army.
● Facilities
The command is headquartered at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, and has facilities and personnel located at several other sites, including Fort Rucker, Fort Bliss, and Fort Sill. The command also has a presence at several other locations, including Washington, D.C., Arlington, Virginia, and St. Louis, Missouri. The command has worked closely with other organizations, including the General Services Administration, the United States Army Corps of Engineers, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology. The command has also partnered with local communities, including the Huntsville-Madison County Chamber of Commerce and the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs.
● Equipment and Capabilities
The command is responsible for the development, acquisition, and sustainment of a wide range of Army aviation and missile systems, including helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles, and ballistic missiles. The command is also responsible for providing support to United States Army units, including United States Army Forces Command and other United States Army commands. The command works closely with other organizations, including the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, the United States Army Space and Missile Defense Command, and the Naval Air Systems Command. The command has also collaborated with industry leaders, including General Dynamics, Northrop Grumman, and United Technologies.
● Notable Operations
The command has played a key role in several notable operations, including Operation Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. The command has also provided support to United States Army units during Hurricane Katrina and other natural disasters. The command works closely with other organizations, including the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the National Guard Bureau, and the United States Army Reserve. The command has also partnered with international partners, including the United Nations, the European Union, and the NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe. The command has received several awards, including the Meritorious Unit Commendation, the Army Superior Unit Award, and the Joint Meritorious Unit Award.