NATO Opens New Air Operations Centre in Norway's High North
NATO has opened a new Combined Air Operations Centre (CAOC) in Bodø, Norway, to enhance coordination of air operations across the Arctic and northern Europe.
The centre was formally inaugurated on 10 October 2025 during a ceremony attended by senior NATO, Norwegian, Finnish and Swedish officials.
Today, we inaugurate a critical and pivotal command and control node for further securing NATO airspace
Major General Tron Strand assumed command as CAOC Bodø’s first commander, marking a milestone in the Alliance’s preparedness and unity.
Air Marshal Johnny Stringer, Acting Commander of NATO Allied Air Command, expressed gratitude to the Norwegians for hosting the enhanced C2 capability in the High North.
Author's summary: NATO opens new air centre in Norway.
- Location: Bodø, Norway
- Centre: Combined Air Operations Centre (CAOC)
- Commander: Major General Tron Strand
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