Strategic Air Forces Command
The Strategic Air Forces (FAS) (French: Commandement des Forces Aériennes Stratégiques (CFAS)) is a command of the French Air and Space Force. It was created on January 14, 1964, and directs France's nuclear bombardment force.
| Forces Aérienne Stratégiques (FAS) Strategic Air Forces | |
|---|---|
| Active | 14 January 1964 - present |
| Branch | French Air and Space Force |
| Type | Major command |
| Role | Nuclear deterrence |
| Size | ~ 2000 personnel (2017) |
| Garrison/HQ | Vélizy – Villacoublay Air Base |
The headquarters was formerly at Taverny Air Base, but has now moved to Vélizy – Villacoublay Air Base.
Général de corps aérien Patrick Charaix is the current commander. This is the equivalent of a lieutenant-general's position. He took command in 2012, after a year as the deputy commander. He took over from General Paul Fouilland, in command from 2007-2012.
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