What Fleet is Jacksonville?
What Fleet is Jacksonville?
| Naval Air Station Jacksonville | |
|---|---|
| Owner | Department of Defense |
| Operator | US Navy |
| Controlled by | Navy Region Southeast |
| Condition | Operational |
Does Jacksonville have a base?
Welcome to Naval Air Station (NAS) Jacksonville, a multi-mission base hosting more than 100 tenant commands. Located in Duval County, along the west bank of the St. John’s River in northeast Florida, it is a 20-minute ride to the heart of the City of Jacksonville.
Is Jacksonville a military city?
Our city also has a long history as a military- and veteran-friendly city. Northeast Florida is home to two major Naval installations, Marine Corps Blount Island, Camp Blanding Joint Training Center and other facilities. Fully 1 of every 4 Jacksonville residents has a tie with the military.
Are there aircraft carriers in Florida?
An aerial view of Naval Station Mayport in Florida, US. Credit: Public Domain. The US Navy’s Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) arriving at the Mayport base in 2010. The harbour at the naval station can accommodate 34 warships, including two aircraft carriers.
Is there a Naval Hospital in Jacksonville FL?
Naval Hospital Jacksonville and Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Jacksonville deliver quality health care, in an integrated system of readiness and health. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Jacksonville (and its five units) ensures warfighters’ medical readiness to deploy and clinicians’ readiness to save lives.
Why is Naval Air Station Jacksonville on hpcon Bravo?
Due to the continued risk from COVID-19, NAS Jacksonville has been directed to Health Protection Condition (HPCON) Bravo. The change to HPCON Bravo will have minimal impact to services on base. More information will be shared as services are impacted. Detailed guidance can be found in the latest COVID-19 FRAGO.
What is the health protection condition at NAS Jacksonville?
Due to the continued risk from COVID-19, NAS Jacksonville has been directed to Health Protection Condition (HPCON) Bravo. The change to HPCON Bravo will have minimal impact to services on base.
Where to find Navy and Marine Corps wellness programs?
To take advantage of wellness programs, contact your local Wellness Center or Health Promotions or visit the Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center at www.med.navy.mil/sites/nmcphc/health-promotion.