FReeper Canteen ~ Road Trip: Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona ~ 10 DEC 2019

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Road Trip: Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona

Davis–Monthan Air Force Base is a United States Air Force base 5 miles south-southeast of downtown Tucson, Arizona. It was established in 1925 as Davis-Monthan Landing Field. The host unit for Davis–Monthan AFB is the 355th Wing (355 WG) assigned to Twelfth Air Force (12AF), part of Air Combat Command (ACC).

The base is best known as the location of the Air Force Materiel Command's 309th Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Group (309 AMARG), the aircraft boneyard for all excess military and U.S. government aircraft and aerospace vehicles.

Davis–Monthan Air Force Base is a key ACC installation. The 355th Wing (355 WG) provides A-10 Thunderbolt II close air support and OA-10 forward air controllers to ground forces worldwide.

The 355 FW is also the host unit, providing medical, logistical, mission and operational support to all assigned units. The 355 FW is also the sole formal training unit for the A-10 aircraft, providing initial and recurrent training to all U.S. Air Force A-10 and OA-10 pilots, to include those in the Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) and the Air National Guard (ANG).

One of the wing's tenant units, the 55th Electronic Combat Group (55 ECG), is a geographically separated unit (GSU) of the 55th Wing (55 WG) at Offutt AFB, Nebraska and is an ACC unit tasked to provide offensive counter-information and electronic attack capabilities in support of U.S. and Coalition tactical air, surface, and special operations forces with its Lockheed EC-130H Compass Call aircraft and employing the EC-130H in tactical air operations in war and other contingencies worldwide.

The 55 ECG also provides initial and recurrent training to all EC-130H Compass Call pilots, navigators and air crew.

 As the main location for the 309 AMARG, Davis–Monthan AFB is the sole aircraft boneyard for excess military and U.S. government aircraft and other aerospace vehicles such as ballistic missiles. Tucson's dry climate and alkali soil made it an ideal location for aircraft storage and preservation.

Learn More About Davis-Monthan Air Force Base HERE!!

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[E.G.C.]

Well, we did get to spend a few minutes out at the lake. Much of the day was actually spent inside by the furnace. It was a little bit windy too.

[radu]

Ah, so you WERE able to get out there for a little bit? I figured it was chilly and windy there and that would have made it too uncomfortable to go.

[luvie]

Gooooood...er...afternoon, Early Birds!
Yep, I slept in.
But I was up late last night.
As usual.
All the fun happens then. :)
Hope y'all have a Terrific Tuesday!
See ya later for the weekly quiz.
(((hugs)))

[SandRat]

take short rod trip from Davis Montham to https://visit.sierravistaaz.gov/see-do/heritage-culture/fort-huachuca-national-historic-landmark/

fort huachuca
Fort Huachuca National Historic Landmark

Fort Huachuca Historic Officers QuartersFort Huachuca, constructed in 1877, was one of a chain of forts established to guard southern Arizona against the Chiricahua Apaches, led by Geronimo. It was here that the Army organized an elite strike force that chased Geronimo and his followers through Mexico’s Sierra Madre during the summer of 1886, compelling their surrender. Fort Huachuca was also the headquarters of the famed 10th Cavalry, the “Buffalo Soldiers,” one of the Army’s elite black cavalry corps.

Today the Fort is still an active Army post and covers more than 70,000 acres, 110 of which are the “Old Post Area.” This historic district contains many notable buildings, among them the Post Commander’s headquarters, called the Pershing House, an adobe structure built in 1884; the barracks, built around 1882-1883; Leonard Wood Hall, a large two-storied building used as the hospital; and the Fort Huachuca History Museum, an adobe and stone building originally used as the post chapel.

Official ceremonies are still performed on Brown Parade Field in the historic area, and often include a presentation by the mounted B Troop Cavalry, outfitted in full historic uniforms.
Old Post Cemetery

Established in 1877, this cemetery is an emotional “read” for devotees of military history and the final resting place of many historic figures that helped shape the West. Allow 30 minutes. From the Van Deman Gate, stay on Hatfield (becomes Lawton after crossing Smith Ave.); right on Winrow; left onto Mizner; right on Grierson; right on Huachuca Canyon Road; left onto Burt Road. 800-288-3861.
Fort Huachuca Reservoir HillReservoir Hill Overlook

Located on the southern portion of the overlook this is truly one of the majestic viewpoints of the San Pedro Valley. Allow 15–30 minutes. Outdoor amenities only. From the Van Deman Gate, stay on Hatfield (becomes Lawton after crossing Smith Ave.); right on Winrow; left onto Mizner; right on Grierson; left onto Huachuca Canyon Road; left onto Reservoir Hill Road. 800-288-3861.

Still an active military installation, visitors must stop at the Visitor Center prior to entering the gates. Click here for information about accessing Fort Huachuca. International visitors should contact the City of Sierra Vista Public Information Office at least 3 weeks prior to visiting. Personal use photography of wildlife and historic buildings is permitted. Commercial or media photography and videography is not permitted. Please direct questions concerning permissible photography to the Fort Huachuca Public Affairs Office at (520) 533-1850.