The 505th Exercise Control Squadron (505th ECS) is a unit of the United States Air Force (USAF). Its primary function involves planning, executing, and evaluating exercises for joint, combined, and allied forces. These activities are designed to enhance interoperability, improve readiness, and strengthen partnerships among military organizations from different nations. The 505th ECS is part of the Air Force's 86th Operations Center (86 AOC) at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, Virginia.
The squadron provides centralized exercise planning and control for exercises conducted across multiple locations and involving diverse military branches and allied partners. This includes simulated warfighting scenarios to test and evaluate forces' abilities to respond effectively to various threats. The 505th ECS also supports contingency operations, humanitarian efforts, and other special missions as directed by the USAF leadership.
The 505th ECS plays a crucial role in maintaining the readiness of US forces and fostering cooperation with allies through realistic training exercises, ensuring the United States can effectively respond to global challenges.
