Current Structure
The Chief of the Air Staff, located at National Defence Headquarters in Ottawa, commands and provides strategic direction to the Air Force. The commander of 1 Canadian Air Division and Canadian NORAD Region, based in Winnipeg, is responsible for the operational command and control of Air Force activities throughout Canada and worldwide. 2 Canadian Air Division, established in June 2009, consists of training establishments.
There are 13 wings across Canada, 11 operational and two used for training. Wings represent the grouping of various squadrons, both operational and support, under a single tactical commander reporting to the operational commander. Ten wings also include a Canadian Forces base along with other operational and support units.
The Chief of the Air Staff holds the rank of Lieutenant-General. Divisions are commanded by Major-Generals. Brigadier-Generals are typically second-in-command of a Division. Wings are commanded by Colonels. Squadrons are commanded by Lieutenant-Colonels. Majors are typically second-in-command of squadrons, or flight commanders. Captains, Lieutenants and Second Lieutenants are the junior level leaders in RCAF Squadrons and headquarters.
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