Alaska Air Command

Alaska Air Command was a United States military organization responsible for overseeing air defense, air operations, and readiness in Alaska from 1946 until it was merged into other commands in 1980. It played a key role in monitoring Soviet activity during the Cold War, operating radar stations, interceptors, and supporting air traffic. The command ensured the security of North America’s northern approaches by managing surveillance, early warning systems, and strategic aircraft. Its location in Alaska was critical for detecting potential threats coming from the Arctic and the Pacific, contributing to national defense during tense periods of the Cold War era.