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The complete Langley Air Force Base guide

By Jessica Evans

Updated on Aug 15, 2022 8:55 PM PDT

7 minute read

Hampton, Virginia, is one of the most robust military communities in the country, so if you’re heading to Langley AFB, you’re in for a treat. Of course, many people know about this base because of the massive Langley AFB hospital . But there’s a lot more to the base than just that! In fact, Langley is the oldest continuously active air bases in the world. If that’s not exciting enough, the predecessor to NASA got its start at Langley!

These days, Langley is a hybrid, just like lots of other DoD installations impacted by the 2005 Base Alignment and Closure Commission changes. Officially it’s Joint Base Langley-Eustis (JBLE). No matter what you call it, soon you’ll be calling it home! 

This is an exciting region to call home, thanks to nearby historic Hampton Roads and the large Naval presence in the area. You’re within driving distance of plenty of things to do and the weather isn’t too bad, either. Read on to find out what to expect when you PCS to Langley AFB! 

Langley Air Force Base Location

Langley Air Force Base is located in Hampton, Virginia. Hampton is located 62 miles south of Richmond. That’s the state capital for you non-geography buffs. Also, it’s about 40 miles north of Virginia Beach. Hampton Roads is a large body of water that separates JBLE from Norfolk. Speaking of Norfolk, here’s how the Army crime lab turns military cold cases hot.

Langley AFB can be reached by car using the following routes. 

Heading in from the north? Take US-13 S to I-64 W.

Driving from the south? Take I-95 N to I-664 N to I-64W.

Coming from the west? Take I-40 E to I-81 N to I-64 E.

Transportation

Flying to the closest airports: Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport, Norfolk International Airport

American Airlines serves Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (13.4 miles).

Four major airlines and several region airlines serve Norfolk International Airport (22 miles).

Driving: Driving would allow you to visit nearby Norfolk and Williamsburg. Langley AFB is along the Atlantic Ocean, so most drives to the base will be long!

Contacts at Langley AFB

Air Force Aid Society: (757) 764-3990

Airman & Family Readiness Center: (757) 764-3990

Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment: (757) 764-6840

Base Operator: (757) 764-1110; (757) 764-9990

Behavioral Health: (757) 225-7630

Chaplain (Duty Hours): (757) 764-7847

Civilian Personnel Office: (757) 225-2493

Command Post: (757) 764-5411 

Commissary: (757) 764-7604/4194

Dental Clinic: (757) 764-6824

Drug Demand Reduction Program: (757) 764-9608 

Equal Opportunity Office: (757) 764-5877

Family Advocacy Program: (757) 764-2427

Health Promotion Clinic: (757) 764-8139

Housing Office: (757) 865-1330

ID Cards: (757) 764-2270

Information, Tickets, & Travel: (757) 764-7176

Inspector General: (757) 764-5162

Legal Assistance: (757) 559-1550; (757) 764-3277; (757) 225-6107

Lodging Reservations: (757) 764-4667

Medical Appointments 24-hour Main Line: (757) 225-7630

Military Family Life Counselors: (757) 755-5511; (757) 477-2499; (757) 902-5142

Outdoor Recreation: (757) 764-7170

Public Affairs Office: (757) 764-5701

School Liaison Officer: (757) 778-5019

Security Forces: (757) 764-5091

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response 24/7 Hotline: (757) 764-7272

Special Victims Counsel: (757) 225-1629

Special Victims Counsel Duty Phone: (757) 755-5115

Veterinary Clinic: (757) 764-5678 

Visitor Control Center: (757) 764-7770/4169

Mission and Units 

The primary mission of Langley Air Force Base is to support the rapid deployment of air assets. Secondly, its mission is to maintain air superiority in all conflicts for the United States and its allies. The base also prvoides air defense capabilities for the east coast of the country. In fact, this is one of Langley’s original missions and it’s remained unchanged for almost a hundred years. 

These days, the 663rd Air Base Wing provides installation support to more than 9,000 DoD and civilian personnel. 

Of course, other notable units include the 1st Fighter Wing, the 192nd Fighter Wing, and the 480th Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Wing. The 192nd flies the F-22 Raptor and the 480rh maintains DCGS, the “Sentinel” weapon system. 

Langley AFB History

Way back in the day, JBLE was a balloon station. Then, the War Department (as the DoD was known in those days) realized its closeness to the coast, its level ground, and its potential for expansion meant it might be critical to America’s safety.  So a base was built around the balloon station and Langley opened.

Construction finished in 1917, just as we entered WWI.

Then during the inter-war years, the DoD used Langley as a testing, training, and proving ground for aviators and aircraft. In fact, it played a critical role, as the Army tested new planes at Langley before sending them out into the field. 

At the start of WWII, Langley’s mission shifted to meet current conditions. The new goal became to develop and perfect sub-detection equipment. This resulted in the destruction of several U Boats and Japanese subs. 

Each spring, aviators on base put on an air show so civilians can see advanced aircraft in flight. 

Things to Do Around Langley AFB

Sonesta Simply Suites Hampton (5.1 miles)

Quality Inn (6.7 miles)

Courtyard by Marriott Hampton Coliseum Central (6.2 miles)

Restaurants

Anna’s Italian Pizza (3.4 miles) – Pizza restaurant

Tide Mill Seafood (4.2 miles) – Seafood restaurant

Thai Papaya (4.2 miles) – Thai restaurant

Colonial Williamsburg (31.5 miles) is an outdoor educational living museum highlighting history from the American Revolutionary period.

Virginia Air & Space Center (7.7 miles) is a museum and educational facility and the visitor’s center for NASA’s Langley Research Center. The museum features an IMAX digital theater and offers summer space-themed camps for kiddos!

Busch Gardens (25 miles) is a theme park with multiple rides and roller coasters, shows, and animal attractions. It’s a blast for the whole family!

Langley AFB Housing

First, call the Military Housing Office to get the support you need during your PCS. You can choose to live on the installation or in the local community. Housing wait times vary depending on the season. So the sooner you get on a waiting list, the better. 

Balfour Beatty owns and manages housing at JBLE.

Unaccompanied Airmen are provided with Unaccompanied Housing facilities.  These personal residences are modern, functional, and comfortable. The MHO can provide more details when you arrive. 

Schools Near Langley AFB 

Despite being such a massive installation, there are no DoDEA schools on base at Langley. JBLE mil-kids will attend schools in the Virginia school system. Parents will need a birth certificate and social security card to enroll students. Homeschooling options are available to mil-kids living in Virginia. Call the School Liaison Office for more information. 

F requently Asked Questions

What is Langley AFB known for?

Langley AFB was the first Air Service base built especially for air power and is both the oldest continually active Air Force base in the world and the oldest airfield in Virginia.

Who is Langley AFB named after?

Langley AFB is named after Samuel Pierpont Langley, an aviation pioneer who invented the bolometer.

Is Langley AFB a good base?

Whether or not Langley is a good base for you is up to you, but many people enjoy Langley because of the history in the area and the planes on the base.

Is the CIA at Langley AFB?

No, but the confusion is understandable! The CIA is headquartered in Langley, Virginia, which is about 184 miles north of Langley AFB. Langley, Virginia, is in the Washington, DC area.

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If you don’t have a sponsor.

• Vehicle Registration (to be presented to Visitor’s Center for vehicle base registration)
• Proof of Insurance (to be presented to Visitor’s Center for vehicle base registration)
• If you have been forcibly removed from a military base in the past and asked not to return.
• If you are a convicted felon currently on parole.
• If you attempt to enter a base without proper authorization.
• If you have a history of gang affiliation.
• If you are a registered sex offender.
• If you have been barred from another U.S. Military base.

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• ID must have your full legal name.
• ID must have your date of birth.
• ID must have your gender.
• ID must have an identifiable number (i.e. driver’s license number).
• ID must include a photo of you.
• ID must include your primary residence.
• ID must include your signature.
• ID must have “physical security features designed to prevent tampering, counterfeiting, or duplication of the document for fraudulent purposes.”
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• This may include you gathering information from them such as their date of birth, driver’s license number, birth city, and social security number.

each individual person

• Don’t assume you will get approval just because you requested a pass. If they try to get on base without authorization, they could be barred.
• Each person should have their own pass.
• Escort your guests to the Visitor’s Center to register their vehicle (if applicable) and fill out any outstanding paperwork .

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• Langley AFB (JBLE) – 77 Holly Street , Langley AFB , VA 23665
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Outdoor Recreation at Langley AFB (JBLE) offers a year-round schedule of activities to include backpacking, canoeing, white water rafting, skiing, snowboarding, rock climbing, cycling, wilderness tours and lots more. They also offer an equipment rental service, camping supplies, children amusement tents (bounce castles) perfect for parties. Check out the rentals today!

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