 The 552 AWACW reported directly to Headquarters, Tactical Air Command (TAC).On 1 October 1983, the 552 AWACW's missions and composition expanded so dramatically that the Air Force elevated the unit to division status and redesignating it as the 552d Airborne Warning and Control Division.On 1 April 1985, TAC again redesignated the 552d Airborne Warning and Control Division and returned it to Wing status.