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United States Pacific Air Forces

United States Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) is the Air Force component responsible for air operations in the Asia-Pacific region. It oversees and deploys air force units to ensure regional security, support allies, and respond to threats. PACAF manages a range of missions including air combat, intelligence, surveillance, and humanitarian assistance across countries like Japan, South Korea, and Guam. Its goal is to maintain air superiority, promote stability, and ensure the United States’ strategic interests are protected throughout the vast and diverse Pacific region.