Naval Air Station Oceana is an active U.S. Navy base in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is a master jet base for Navy aviation training and operations. This guide covers directions, visitor rules, housing, schools, medical care, services, and recreation.

Base Overview

Official name Naval Air Station Oceana
Military branch U.S. Navy
Base status Active
Street address 1750 Tomcat Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23460
Main phone number 757-433-2367
Official website Naval Air Station Oceana

Location and Directions

NAS Oceana is in Virginia Beach. From Interstate 64, take Interstate 264 east to First Colonial Road, Exit 21A. First Colonial Road becomes Oceana Boulevard. Follow it for about four miles, then turn right onto Tomcat Boulevard toward the main gate. Norfolk International Airport and Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport are the two Hampton Roads airports listed for the area.

Visitor Information

The base does not offer public tours because of mission requirements. The annual NAS Oceana Air Show may provide a public access opportunity, but visitors should check the official installation website for current dates and instructions. Squadron tours may be requested through the Commander, Naval Air Forces tour-request website.

The Aviation Historical Park is inside the main gate and is open to military personnel, Department of Defense employees, and people with valid military identification. The POW/MIA Flame of Hope Memorial Park is outside the base and open to the public. Confirm current access, identification, and pass rules before traveling. For visitor questions, call Public Affairs at 757-433-3132.

Housing and Lodging

The Housing Service Center helps with privatized family housing, unaccompanied personnel housing, community housing referrals, lease screening, and tenant matters. Military personnel reporting to sea or shore commands in the Hampton Roads area must report there before signing an agreement for non-government housing.

Housing or lodging option Details
Housing Service Center 1596 Tomcat Blvd., Building 280; 757-433-3268 or 757-433-3068; Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Unaccompanied housing Available at NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Annex for single sailors in pay grades E-1 through E-4, subject to housing policies and occupancy conditions.
Temporary lodging The installation website links to Navy Gateway Inns & Suites and Navy Lodge resources. Confirm availability and make reservations directly with the lodging provider.

Facilities and Services

Installation resources include a Navy Exchange, commissary, Navy housing, Navy Gateway Inns & Suites, Navy Lodge, Morale, Welfare & Recreation, worship services, and a School Liaison Officer. The Fleet and Family Support Center offers relocation help, deployment support, financial help, employment assistance, counseling, family readiness, and information and referral services. Call 757-433-2912. MilitaryINSTALLATIONS reports that no base transportation is currently available.

Schools and Childcare

Virginia Beach City Public Schools serve the installation area. The School Liaison Officer helps military-connected students with school changes, registration, records, activities, and special-needs education resources. The office is at 875 D Avenue, Building 531, and can be reached at 757-433-2496, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

The Child Development Center at 450 G Avenue, Building 450, provides full-day care for infants through preschool-age children, including preschool and pre-kindergarten programs. It is open Monday-Friday, 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; call 757-433-3164. School-age care is available at 872 Hornet Drive, Building 526, for before- and after-school care, school breaks, vacations, and summer camp. Registration is through MilitaryChildCare.com; call 757-433-3976.

Medical Services

The Oceana Branch Medical Clinic is at 1550 Tomcat Blvd., Suite 150. It provides installation health care but is not equipped for life-threatening emergencies. The clinic is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., and Wednesday from 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; it is closed on weekends and holidays.

For appointments, call 866-645-4584. For other clinic questions, call 757-953-3805. For a life-threatening emergency, use Naval Medical Center Portsmouth or the nearest civilian emergency facility. Active-duty personnel should follow their TRICARE and military health care instructions.

Recreation and Amenities

Morale, Welfare & Recreation services are available through the installation MWR program. Current activities and hours should be confirmed through NAS Oceana or Navy MWR. NAS Oceana does not have a physical library, but the Navy MWR Digital Library offers online resources 24 hours a day.

The Aviation Historical Park displays aircraft and is limited to military personnel, Department of Defense employees, and valid military ID holders. For public aircraft viewing, the POW/MIA Flame of Hope Memorial Park outside the installation is open to the public.

Things to Know

  • NAS Oceana is an active Navy master jet base for carrier aviation training and operations.
  • Flight operations at NAS Oceana and Naval Auxiliary Landing Field Fentress can take place around the clock, seven days a week.
  • There is no aircraft noise curfew, so nighttime training may occur.
  • Newly reporting military personnel should check in at the Quarterdeck in Building 230 on Tomcat Boulevard. It is staffed 24 hours a day.
  • Unauthorized drone operations are prohibited over NAS Oceana, Dam Neck Annex, and Naval Auxiliary Landing Field Fentress under applicable airspace rules.
  • Access details, identification rules, hours, and other operating information can change. Confirm them before traveling.

Frequently Asked Questions

What branch operates NAS Oceana?

NAS Oceana is operated by the U.S. Navy.

Can the public take a tour of NAS Oceana?

No. The installation does not offer public tours because of mission requirements. The annual air show may have public access.

Where do newly reporting military personnel check in?

They should check in at the NAS Oceana Quarterdeck in Building 230 on Tomcat Boulevard. The Quarterdeck is staffed 24 hours a day.

Does NAS Oceana have a medical clinic?

Yes. The Oceana Branch Medical Clinic provides installation health care but does not handle life-threatening emergencies.

Are public aircraft viewing areas available?

Yes. The POW/MIA Flame of Hope Memorial Park outside the installation is open to the public and offers aircraft viewing.