United States Air Force Academy

Summary

Operating Country 🇺🇸 United States
Location 🇺🇸 United States
Status Active
UsageMilitary only
Year built1954
Operating OrganizationUS Air Force
Units
  • 10th Air Base Wing
  • 306th Flying Training Group
  • Space Delta 10
  • Space Delta 13 Detachment 1

Description

The United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) is a U.S. service academy located in Air Force Academy, Colorado, immediately north of Colorado Springs. Established on April 1, 1954, it educates cadets for service as officers in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force. Graduates receive a Bachelor of Science degree and are commissioned as second lieutenants.

Location & Details

Map of United States Air Force Academy
Coordinates38.9985°N, -104.8541°E
Elevation2,212 m (7,257 ft)
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