NATO
Allied Air Command
April 16, 2022

NATO deploys Ground-Air-Ground module forward to strengthen Alliance defensive posture on eastern flank

On April 15, 2022, NATO’s Deployable Air Command and Control Centre (DACCC) in Poggio Renatico, Italy, deployed one of its Ground Air Ground (GAG) communications modules to Campia Turzii, Romania, to support Allied Air Operations in its eastern Allies’ airspace.

“Our first priority is to contribute to NATO’s effort to draw on a robust and capable military posture….”

Overseen by Allied Air Command in Ramstein, the deployment of GAG radio equipment enhances the Recognized Air Picture further bolstering NATO Control and Reporting Centres’ execution of enhanced Air Policing and enhanced Vigilance activities.

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“We have been able to deploy the GAG module already in the past, demonstrating we are fully committed and ready to do whatever is required to operate effectively with other NATO and Partner Nations demonstrating military capability and cohesion of the Alliance”, he added.

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The DACCC provides NATO’s Allied Air Command a capability for deployable surveillance and control of Alliance Air Operations. Its mission is to prepare elements for worldwide operational deployment. Supporting delivery of air and space power for the Alliance on behalf of the Supreme Allied Commander Europe.

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