Some information on Eglin AFB

The 70th Anniversary of Eglin was celebrated on June 14, 2005, and the base's rich history carries a fine tradition of excellence both in the Air Force and in partnership with the local communities.

Eglin is the largest air force bases in the world, covering 724 square miles of reservation and 123,000 square miles of water ranges in the Gulf of Mexico.

Eglin employs approximately 11,000 military and approximately 11,000 civilians.

The Air Force celebrated the beginning of its 60th year September 18th and Airmen, past and present, were honored with a dedication of the Air Force Memorial in Arlington, Virginia October 14th. The 70th Anniversary of Eglin was celebrated on June 14, 2005, and the base's rich history carries a fine tradition of excellence both in the Air Force and in partnership with the local communities.

Climate: The "Emerald Coast" has almost unbeatable weather. Warm, subtropical conditions are prevalent much of the year; however, short-lived periods of colder weather do occur during the winter months. Sunshine and favorable outdoor weather is common. Thunderstorms are reported approximately 90 days out of each year and average precipitation for the area is close to 60 inches.

Seasonal average temperatures are: Jan - Mar: 60-69 High and 42-51 Low Apr - Jun: 76-88 High and 58-72 Low Jul - Sep: 86-89 High and 70-77 Low Oct - Dec: 63-79 High and 44-69 Low This area gets only 50 to 60 days of annual precipitation or more rainfall. There are few days without sunshine which allows year-round outdoor activities.

If driving, take Interstate 10, If coming from the east, exit on Highway 285 at Mossy Head and go south until you reach Highway 20. Make a right turn and stay on 20 until you reach the East Gate. If coming from the west, exit Interstate 10 on Highway 85 at Crestview. Take 85 south until you reach Highway 20; make a right and proceed until you reach the East Gate.

If you are flying, several commercial carriers land at Okaloosa County Airport which is often listed as Eglin AFB. Upon arrival, there is an information center at the airport with directions to the base.

A thank you to the Eglin AFB website for information provided.
All phone numbers have a 850 area code

Eglin AFB Telephone Assistance 882-1113
DSN information below Aero Club 882-5148
Air Force Armament Museum 882-4062
- Museum's Gift Shop 651-5253
Airman & Family Readiness Center 882-9060
Base Exchange 651-2512
Base Finance 882-5441
Base Theater 882-1066
Billeting 882-8761
Bowling Center 882-3352
Beach Recreation Center 244-5378
Chapel 1 882-2112
Chapel 2 882-4811
Child Development Center 882-3861
Commissary 882-3172
Duke Field Club 883-6491
Eglin Eagle 882-3507
Eglin Civilian Personnel 882-3325
Enlisted Club 678-5127
Family Child Care 882-2994
Golf Course 882-2949
Golf Tee Times 729-FORE (729-3673)
Health & Wellness Center 883-8022, 883-8023, 883-8025
Hospital Appointments 883-8600
Hospital Customer Service 883-8213
Hospital Information 883-8242
Housing Information & Referral 882-4533
Housing-Military Family 882-4533
Job Information Line 882-3966
Law Center 882-4611
Library 882-2460
Lodging 882-8761
Lodging Reservations 882-4534
Military Personnel Flight 882-2742
Officer's Club 651-1010
Outdoor Recreation 882-6581
OWCC (Eglin office) 678-1717
Pass & ID 882-3442
Pet Welfare (pet adoption) 678-5066
Pharmacy (Satellite) Information 883-9323
Public Affairs/Media Relations 882-3931
Recreation Center Retiree Activities
Office 882-5916
Space A Flights 882-4757
Skills Development Center 882-5467
Tickets and Tours 882-5930

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