The Cadet Wing Commander (AFCW/CC or Wing Commander) of the United States Air Force Academy is a firstie (senior cadet) responsible for the daily operations of the 4,000+ member Air Force Cadet Wing. The Wing Commander reports directly to the Commandant of Cadets and advises him/her on major command decisions. The Wing Commander supervises 4 Cadet Group Commanders, who in turn each supervise 10 Cadet Squadron Commanders, the Wing Commander also commands the wing staff who assist him/her with the creation and implementation of command policy.