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. 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.

In September 2023, Spain was nominated for promotion to lieutenant general. In June 2025, Spain was nominated for promotion to general.

Awards and decorations

USAF Command Pilot wingsU.S Air Force Distinguished Service MedalDefense Superior Service Medal with two bronze oak leaf clustersLegion of Merit with two bronze oak leaf clustersDefense Meritorious Service Medal with two bronze oak leaf clustersMeritorious Service Medal with two bronze oak leaf clustersAir MedalAerial Achievement Medal with bronze oak leaf clusterAir and Space Commendation Medal with two bronze oak leaf clustersJoint Service Achievement MedalAir Force Achievement MedalJoint Meritorious Unit AwardAir Force Meritorious Unit with four bronze oak leaf clustersAir and Space Organizational Excellence AwardCombat Readiness Medal with three bronze oak leaf clustersNational Defense Service Medal with bronze service starArmed Forces Expeditionary MedalGlobal War on Terrorism Expeditionary MedalGlobal War on Terrorism Service MedalAir and Space Overseas Long Tour Service RibbonAir and Space Expeditionary Service Ribbon with bronze oak leaf clusterAir and Space Longevity Service Award w/ 1 silver oak leaf cluster and 1 bronze oak leaf clusterAir Force Training RibbonHeadquarters Air Force Badge