Department of the Air Force

The Department of the Air Force is a branch of the United States Department of Defense responsible for managing and operating the country's aerial and space capabilities. It oversees the U.S. Air Force, which handles military air operations, and the U.S. Space Force, which focuses on activities in space. Together, they ensure national security through air and space dominance, providing support for ground forces and conducting missions that protect the United States and its interests. The Department works alongside the Army and Navy, forming the core of the U.S. military forces.