Mississippi has 2 qualifying Air Force installations covered in this guide. These locations support military aviation, training and readiness. The list below gives the main location, contact, mission and facilities for each base.

Air Force Bases in Mississippi

Air Force installations in Mississippi support flying missions, training, maintenance and readiness. Some also handle specialized testing or command work.

Columbus Air Force Base

Columbus Air Force Base is an active air force installation in the Columbus area. Its main work includes military aviation, training and readiness, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.

Branch Air Force
Location Columbus, Mississippi
Address 166 C Circle, Building 1114, Columbus AFB, MS 39710
Main contact 662-434-2790
Main operations Military aviation, training and readiness
Key facilities Airfield, hangars or maintenance areas, and personnel support services
Status Active

Keesler Air Force Base

Keesler Air Force Base is an active air force installation in the Biloxi area. Its main work includes military aviation, training and readiness, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.

Branch Air Force
Location Biloxi, Mississippi
Address 500 Fisher Street, Room 110, Keesler AFB, MS 39534
Main contact 228-376-8728
Main operations Military aviation, training and readiness
Key facilities Airfield, hangars or maintenance areas, and personnel support services
Status Active

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Air Force bases are in Mississippi?

Using the installation definition in this guide, Mississippi has 2 qualifying Air Force installations: Columbus Air Force Base and Keesler Air Force Base.

What Air Force bases are in Mississippi?

This guide includes Columbus Air Force Base and Keesler Air Force Base as qualifying Air Force installations in Mississippi.

Where is Columbus Air Force Base in Mississippi?

Columbus Air Force Base is in Columbus, Mississippi.

What does Keesler Air Force Base do?

Keesler Air Force Base supports military aviation, training and readiness.

Are both Columbus Air Force Base and Keesler Air Force Base active?

Yes. Both installations are listed as active in this guide.

Does this list include every Air Force unit in Mississippi?

No. This page focuses on qualifying installation-type locations. Recruiting offices, unit-only listings and similar administrative entries are not counted as separate bases.