Can you tour Edwards Air Force Base?

Can you tour Edwards Air Force Base?

Although the base is closed to the general public, there is still an opportunity for the public to visit the museum by taking a tour. See above for further information. To make reservations, or for more information on our public tours, you can send an e-mail to Edwards Tours.

Who owns Edwards Air Force Base?

Department of Defense

What is Edwards AFB used for?

Edwards AFB is an Air Force Materiel Command center of excellence, performing research, development, and test and evaluation of “aerospace systems from concept to combat.” Edwards is home to the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School.

Is Edwards AFB active duty?

It is currently operated and maintained by the 95th Air Base Wing as a part of the Air Force Materiel Command. There are 10,000 Active Duty Military, Family Members, and over 8,000 Military Retirees, Civilian Employees and Reserve Components at Edwards AFB.

Does Bakersfield have a military base?

Edwards Air Force Base is home to the Air Force Flight Test Center and has been the home of more major milestones in flight than any other place on earth. Covering nearly 301,000 acres, Edwards is located in the Mojave Desert, adjacent to the largest dry lake bed in North America: Rogers Dry Lakebed.

How do you get to Edwards Air Force Base?

Entering Edwards Air Force Base and Amenities. All drivers on base must have a valid military ID, veterans or retiree ID, a valid driver’s license, and a valid driver’s insurance card. For visitor’s passes, head to the Visitor’s Center near the West Gate.

How many gates are at Edwards AFB?

3 three gates
Edwards AFB has 3 three gates for three points of access. The West gate is considered the Main Gate into Edwards AFB.