The Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) is a major command (MAJCOM) of the U.S. Air Force with its headquarters at Robins AFB, Georgia, United States It became a MAJCOM of the Air Force on 17 February 1997. Previously, the Air Force Reserve (AFRES) was a Field Operating Agency (FOA).--------The MISSION of the Air Force Reserve is the same as the Air Force: Deliver sovereign options for the defence of the United States of America and its global interests—to fly and fight in Air, Space, and Cyberspace.-----------The purpose of the Air Force Reserve as derived from Title 10 United States Code is to: Provide combat-ready units and individuals for active duty whenever there are not enough trained units and people in the Regular component of the Air Force to perform any national security mission. ------------Air Force Reservists are on duty around the world. In addition to its role as a proven and respected combat force, the Air Force Reserve is also involved in international humanitarian relief missions, from repairing roads and schools to airlifting supplies. At the request of local, state or federal agencies, the Air Force Reserve conducts aerial spray missions using specially equipped C-130s. With the only fixed-wing aerial spray capability in the Department of Defence, these missions range from spraying pesticides to control insects to spraying compounds used in the control of oil spills. Other specially equipped C-130s check the spread of forest fires by dropping fire-retardant chemicals. Other real-world missions include support of counter narcotics efforts, weather reconnaissance, rescue and aeromedical evacuation.--------------Thirty-five wings, four groups, and 73 squadrons comprise the Air Force Reserve Command. Each wing is charged with a core mission that is accomplished through the collaboration of a variety of specifically tasked squadrons. Reserve wings report to one of three numbered Air Forces reporting to Headquarters Air Force Reserve Command, Robins Air Force Base, Georgia. The numbered Air Forces assist their wings in using the guidance and resources provided by their higher headquarters to ensure combat readiness.