Phoenician Interplanetary Army Corps

Overview
The Phoenician Interplanetary Army Corps is the international space armed force of Phoenicia. They are responsible for the protection of Phoenicia from alien threats. They became famous in pop culture after the 1st and 2nd Ghost Wars, and during the Demonic Conflict.

History
The PIAC roots back to the 20th century when spaceflight was at it's peak. The corps was established when Emperor Valius met with the Defense Council to discuss spaceflight and warfare. Valius suggested they create a military dedicated to galactic duties. After several months, the PIAC was established on July 23rd, 1984. Since then, the corps were funded by the Global Space Committee and the Deltian Armed Forces.

The PIAC worked with many engineers and scientists to create fighter and transport aircraft suitable for spaceflight. It took many months before they settled on several famous designs such as the Horizon 5, Horizon 9, Frontier 6, Expedition 13, and Superior 1

Recruiting wasn't available to the public until March 15, 1993. Hundreds signed up within the next months. By August, they had more than 350,000 soldiers.

On September 27, 1996, the First Ghost War began. That was when the PIAC became worldwide famous during news reports and live broadcasts of PIAC ships and space-capable airplanes engaging enemy targets.

The PIAC also fought bravely during the Demonic Conflict and the 2nd Ghost War.

Service
The PIAC not only does warfare and peacekeeping galactic operations, but it also does civilian related duties also.

PIAC departments include: Aerospace Flight Administration (equivalent to FAA), Army Department, and the Space Research Department.

The Space Research Department builds space-capable aircraft and civilian vehicles for spaceflight. It also is responsible for researching space and building satellites and probes to explore space.

AFA is exactly what it sounds like. The AFA operates space ports, space stations, regulates outer space law, and makes sure that space flight is safe for everyone.

Army Department is literally the space army.