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No Drone Zone
The Federal Aviation Administration has prohibited flying Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS or "drones") over U.S. Department of Defense installations, including Naval Air Station Oceana and NAS Oceana Dam Neck Annex in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and Naval Auxiliary Landing Field Fentress in Chesapeake, Virginia. These naval installations, and others in Hampton Roads, are designated "National Defense Airspace" in Notice to Airmen 7/7282 issued on April 7, 2017. UAS operators who violate this NOTAM may be criminally charged in U.S. District Court under 49 U.S. Code 46307 and punished by fine and/or imprisonment. Unauthorized drone operations are prohibited within five miles of airports.
For up to date information, restrictions and guidelines, please visit the following website: https://www.faa.gov/uas/recreational_fliers/where_can_i_fly/airspace_restrictions/.
Aiming a Laser at an Aircraft is a Federal Crime
18 USC 39A: Aiming a laser pointer at an aircraft: Whoever knowingly aims the beam of a laser pointer at an aircraft in the special jurisdiction of the United States, or at the flight path of such an aircraft, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than five years or both.
Know Your Zone: Coastal Virginia Evacuation Zones
The Commonwealth of Virginia unveiled hurricane evacuation zones for coastal Virginia designed to enhance current evacuation plans, boost public safety and improve travel efficiency in the event of other disasters. Know your zone: https://www.vaemergency.gov/know-your-zone
Virginia drivers may not operate a motor vehicle in Virginia while using a cellular telephone or other wireless communications devices. It also prohibits text-messaging while driving.
Defense Service Network (DSN) Dialing Instructions
The DSN is the provider of long-distance communications service for the Department of Defense. Every installation has a special DSN number and the numbers vary by world-wide location. In order to place a call using DSN, the caller must be using a military phone on an installation. Cell phones cannot dial DSN numbers. When dialing a DSN number from a United States installation to another United States installation, it is unnecessary to dial the DSN 312 area code. When dialing a DSN number to/from overseas locations, the DSN area code must be included.
To stay updated about Naval Air Station Ocean and Dam Neck Annex you can "like" or "follow" the base Facebook page at www.facebook.com/NavalAirStationOceana. Don't forget to pick up the weekly newspaper, The Flagship, for NAS Oceana and Navy news.
Welcome Aboard!
To attain the highest levels of fleet readiness, we anticipate, develop, and provide the most effective specialized training and support services in response to fleet requirements. We foster a command culture that encourages personal and professional growth, empowerment and innovation.
The Naval Air Station Oceana Dam Neck Annex site is located on Virginia's Atlantic shore near where the first Jamestown settlers landed and where the infamous Blackbeard and other pirates were said to have buried treasures. This area is also where battles of the Revolutionary War were fought, where Blue and Gray clashed during the Civil War and where German submarines sank American shipping vessels within yards of the beach during World War II. For more information please visit the Dam Neck Annex website at: https://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrma/installations/nas_oceana/dam_neck_annex.html.
Naval Air Station Oceana Dam Neck Annex is host to 12 tenant commands. With over 5,600 instructors, students, and support personnel, each year, over 17,000 students graduate from one of over 200 courses of instruction.
Virginia Beach estimates a population of 449,625 in 2025.
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Naval Air Station Oceana Dam Neck Annex is host to 12 tenant commands. Over 5,600 instructors, students, and support personnel live or work at Dam Neck. Each year, over 17,000 students graduate from one of over 200 courses of instruction.
Naval Air Station Oceana Dam Neck Annex is located on the Atlantic coast, five miles south of the downtown resort of Virginia Beach. There are three military installations, NAS Oceana, Joint Expeditionary Base (JEB) Little Creek/Fort Story, and NAS Oceana Dam Neck Annex, located in Virginia Beach. Virginia Beach is part of the Hampton Roads area which is considered to be a military town.
Among the many attractions of Virginia Beach, are a highly acclaimed public education system, state-of-the-art health care facilities, the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center, a world-class 20,000 seat amphitheater, and a multipurpose Sportsplex. All of this is located across 38 miles of shoreline and 28 miles of city beaches. Residents enjoy a moderate climate, a wide variety of outdoor activities, and the ever-changing beauty of the four seasons.
There are two airports in the Hampton Roads area.
Southside - Norfolk International Airport
The airport is located about 20 miles west of Naval Air Station Oceana. If you are flying into Hampton Roads remember to make arrangements with your sponsor regarding transportation from the airport to the command. If you do not have a sponsor there to meet you, transportation services are available for a fee. The Norfolk International Airport contact number is 757-857-3351.
For assistance with travel concerns or issues, the Airport Military Information Booth, located in the main lobby of the Norfolk airport is staffed by a Navy Representative on duty. Information is available to military personnel reporting to the area 7:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., seven days a week. The Navy Representative can be reached at 757-444-3040, or for a general contact number call 757-857-3351 for additional assistance.
If you are reporting to Fleet Readiness Center call the quarterdeck at 757-433-5933 to arrange transportation.
The United Services Organization contact number for Norfolk Airport is 757-233-0567. The USO is located on the 2nd level of the Arrivals Terminal and provides food services, computers, lounge, library, family service and information & referral assistance.
Peninsula - Newport News/Williamsburg International AirportFor information on the Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport call 757-877-0221.
For all possible routes to Dam Neck Annex front gate, copy and paste "Dam Neck Naval Base Main Gate, 400-420 Dam Neck Rd., Virginia Beach, VA 23461" this information as your destination in the following website: https://maps.google.com/.
Currently, there is no base transportation on this installation.
Operator assistance is no longer available please visit the following website for Installation information https://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrma.html.
If the service or resource you're looking for is not listed please call Naval Air Station Oceana Fleet and Family Support Center at 757-433-2912 for further assistance.