Adrian Spain

Adrian L. Spain is a United States Air Force general who has served as the Commander of the Air Combat Command since August 2025.^[1] He previously served as deputy chief of staff for operations of the United States Air Force, and before that as the director of training and readiness of Air Force.^[2][3][4][5]

Adrian Spain
Official portrait, 2025
Allegiance	United States
Branch	United States Air Force
Years of service	1994–present
Rank	General
Commands	Air Combat Command 380th Air Expeditionary Wing 53rd Wing USAF Weapons School 94th Fighter Squadron
Awards	Air Force Distinguished Service Medal Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit (3)

In September 2023, Spain was nominated for promotion to lieutenant general.^[6]. In June 2025, Spain was nominated for promotion to general. ^[7]