Combat Control Foundation

On this National Vietnam War Veterans Day, we recognize the Combat Control personnel who faithfully served in Southeast Asia and remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in direct support of the United States Air Mission in the Republic of South Vietnam. Their dedication and sacrifice will never be forgotten. The image in this post is from a plaque honoring these Airmen, located in a hallway at Pope Army Airfield—a lasting tribute to their service and sacrifice. Today, we also extend our gratitude to all Vietnam War veterans for their unwavering commitment to our nation. We are forever grateful. #FirstThere #VietnamWarVeteransDay #NeverForgotten #CombatControl

On this National Vietnam War Veterans Day, we recognize the estimated 2.6 million service members who fought in the Vietnam War, and it's estimated about 50% of them were regularly exposed to enemy contact or provided close combat support. We are thankful for you, your life, your sacrifices, and your service to our nation. Remembering this day in 1973 and the last Combat Controllers to leave at the end of the Vietnam War. In the back row (L-R): Lebold, Highland, Williams, Moyer. In the front (L-R): Klyce, Aguilar, Brabham.

Remembering MSgt John 'Chappy' Chapman. Warrior, Teammate, Father, Friend! These stones are in the courtyard memorial of the 352d Special Warfare Training Squadron, Pope AAF, NC.

Combat Control Acts of Valor | 28 MAR 2006 - Combat Controller Tech Sergeant Scott Innis with total disregard for his own safety, exposed himself to heavy hostile fire to defeat the enemy through decisive use of airpower that resulted in over 100 insurgents being removed from the battlefield. TSgt Innis was awarded the Silver Star for his actions. Learn more about his actions that day: https://lnkd.in/gE_qxbp8 #FirstThere #CombatControl #SpecialOperations #CombatController #ActsofValor

We’re grateful for our Armed Forces deployed worldwide, fulfilling their duties far from family and loved ones. On this #RedFriday, we wear #RED to #RememberEveryoneDeployed. Stand with us and support our mission to be First There for our elite Combat Controllers. Donate today to support our mission: https://lnkd.in/g59XZHPm #FirstThere #CCT #CombatControl

27 MAR 1990 | SMSgt Robert Boyle, Director of Operations for the 1723rd Combat Control Squadron, rests in the field with his team while a camouflaged member of the squadron moves stealthily through the underbrush during nighttime operations.

27 MAR 1990 | Operators from the 1720th Special Tactics Group conduct high-intensity training, executing rapid rope descents from a hovering HH-53 helicopter before transitioning to dirt bikes for swift mobility. Special Tactics personnel refine their ability to operate in austere environments, ensuring mission readiness across diverse terrain. SSgt David Cruz, a pararescueman with the 1723rd Combat Control Squadron, takes a moment for a field meal, emphasizing the endurance and self-sufficiency required in operational settings. Armed with his rifle, a Special Tactics operator maintains readiness in a forested environment, while another speeds down a road on a dirt bike, demonstrating the agility and versatility essential for their demanding missions.

27 MAR 2003 | Combat controllers and pararescuemen perform operational readiness checks on their equipment before deploying to an undisclosed location in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

27 MAR 2010 | Combat Controllers and Pararescuemen from the 320th Special Tactics Squadron executed a mass casualty exercise as part of the 353rd Special Operations Group’s annual operational readiness exercise. From assessing casualties to securing landing zones for evacuation, these operators sharpened their life-saving skills under high-pressure conditions. TSgt Michael Charvat moved wounded personnel to safety, while SrA Salvatore Portelli and SrA Ryan Sjurson coordinated casualty care. Training like they fight. Always First There. #CombatControl #Pararescue #FirstThere #SpecialTactics

27-28 March 1999 - On the fourth night of the air campaign, the JSOTF2 CSAR package Alpha (CSAR A) departed for Tuzla AB, Bosnia, quickly responding to a Mayday call from an aircraft hit by a Serbian surface-to-air missile. The package, comprising three SOF helicopters, heard the distress call and initiated preflight planning. Despite challenges, including faulty information on the survivor's location and poor weather hindering rescue attempts, the team persisted. Learn more about this day in CCT History by visiting: https://lnkd.in/gxSYRMn9 #FirstThere #NobleAnvil #CSAR #Mayday #Serbia #Kosovo #VEGA31