Range Road 213 now considered Closed Area
A section of Range Road 213 at Eglin Air Force Base is now a Closed Area, restricting public and recreational traffic to ensure security and safety. Only authorized personnel, including military and utility workers, may use the road. Enforcement measures include increased patrols, new signage, and potential fines for violations.
Niceville Man Arrested, Accused of Sending Classified Eglin Documents Illegally
Paul J. Freeman, a 68-year-old resident of Niceville, has been indicted on charges of unauthorized possession and transmission of classified national defense information. The indictment alleges that Freeman shared sensitive information about U.S. Air Force aircraft and weapons with unauthorized individuals on multiple occasions between November 2020 and March 2021. If convicted, Freeman faces up to ten years in prison for each of the nine counts.
Tally Ho, Old Bean! New British/Australian/Canadian Fighter Squadron Stands Up At Eglin AFB
The No. 80 Squadron stood up at Eglin Air Force Base. The Combined Efforts of the United Kingdom, Australia and Canada will move the Commonwealth’s (and the United States’) interests forward.
PRESS CONFERENCE: Senator Rick Scott Visits Eglin Air Force Base, Talks Local Issues
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) visited Eglin Air Force Base Saturday morning to meet with base, local and state leadership.
Eglin Finds WWII-Era Bombs Off Coast of Shalimar, Plans Disposal By Detonation This Week
Eglin Air Force Base will conduct a controlled detonation of three WWII-era bombs discovered in Choctawhatchee Bay. Eglin officials say the operation, involving Navy EOD Divers and the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office, prioritizes safety without requiring evacuations.
Unveiling the F-15EX: A New Era in Air Power Takes Flight at Eglin Air Force Base
Eglin Air Force Base welcomes more F-15EXs, the latest evolution of the iconic warbird, equipped for both air-to-air and ground missions. Discover how this versatile addition to the Air Force fleet is set to dominate the skies in the years to come.
DoD Announces BAH Changes For 2024: Some Airmen Lose Purchasing Power
The Department of Defense has just announced an average of a 5.4% increase in the 2024 Basic Allowance for Housing rates. But don’t let the average rate of increase fool you like it did us – There were losers in this allocation.
Eglin Opens New Buildings To Stay Ahead of Foreign Rivals
Eglin Air Force Base introduces ERCC-1 and ERCC-2, a cutting-edge command and control hub set to redefine weapon testing capabilities. With near-instant data transmission and enhanced security, Eglin is poised to lead the way in military innovation.
