55th Wing (U.S. Air Force) White Coffee Mug

The 55th Wing is a unit of the United States Air Force, primarily responsible for space operations under the Air Force Space Command. Based at Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska, it operates and maintains the E-4B Nightwatch aircraft, which serves as the National Airborne Operations Center, ensuring continuous command and control capabilities during national emergencies. The 55th Wing also manages the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) Cheyenne Mountain Operations Center, providing crucial defense for the North American continent. The wing's mission includes space-based missile warning, space control, satellite communications, and technical intelligence.