Second Air Force
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Second Air Force (2 AF) is headquartered at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi, and is part of the Air Education and Training Command (AETC). It is primarily responsible for managing Air Force training, including Basic Military Training (BMT) at Lackland Air Force Base and technical training at multiple locations.
Mission
The mission of Second Air Force is to provide the Air Force with well-trained, disciplined, and motivated Airmen through basic military training and follow-on technical education. It focuses on developing Airmen who are ready to contribute to the Air Force mission from day one, adapting to the needs of a modern, multi-domain operational environment.[1]
Parent organization
Second Air Force operates under the Air Education and Training Command (AETC), which is part of the Department of the Air Force. AETC is responsible for training all Air Force personnel.[2]
Legislation
Second Air Force was established during World War II and has since evolved through various reorganizations, but it was not created by specific legislation. Its operations are guided by Air Force directives and policies related to training and education.
Partners
- Various Air Force bases for training operations
- Joint and coalition military forces for integrated training programs
- Industry partners for technical training alignment with current technologies
Number of employees
The exact number of employees is not publicly specified, but Second Air Force oversees thousands of instructors, support staff, and administrative personnel across its training facilities.
Organization structure
Second Air Force manages:
Leader
The head of Second Air Force is the Commander of Second Air Force.
Divisions
- Basic Military Training at Lackland AFB
- Technical Training at multiple bases like Keesler, Sheppard, and Goodfellow AFBs
- Specialized Training for specific career fields
List of programs
- Basic Military Training (BMT)
- Technical Training for various Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs)
- Specialized Courses for unique or high-demand skills[3]
Last total enacted budget
Budget specifics for Second Air Force are not publicly disclosed, as they are part of the Air Education and Training Command's overall budget.
Staff
Staff includes military trainers, technical instructors, and administrative support staff across multiple training locations.
Funding
Funding for Second Air Force comes from the Department of the Air Force, allocated through AETC's budget for training and education.
Services provided
Second Air Force provides foundational and technical training services to Airmen, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and discipline needed for their roles. This includes everything from basic military practices to advanced technical training in fields like aircraft maintenance, cybersecurity, and medical services.[4]
Headquarters address
505 Fisher St, Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, MS 39534
History
Originally activated in 1940 as the Northwest Air District, Second Air Force has had various roles, from WWII air defense to strategic bomber training during the Cold War. Today, it's central to the Air Force's training mission, having evolved to meet the educational and readiness needs of modern Airmen.
External links
References
- ↑ Second Air Force (2025). "Mission". Second Air Force.
- ↑ Air Education and Training Command (2025). "About Us". Air Education and Training Command.
- ↑ Second Air Force (2025). "Units". Second Air Force.
- ↑ Second Air Force (2025). "About Us". Second Air Force.