Naval Air Station Oceana

Official X account of Naval Air Station Oceana, the U.S. Navy’s Master Jet Base and home of the NAS Oceana Air Show
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[Mike Gooding Retired Broadcast Journalist @MikeGooding1959]

Honoring the 81,000 US troops from all wars still missing in action, @USNavy , local vets gather at @nas_oceana Flame of Hope monument.

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“There is no pause button in a real crisis."

NAS Oceana, @CityofVaBeach, @sentarahealth and 200+ volunteers tackled a massive emergency readiness drill July 14.

Read more about our joint training: https://t.co/esX4JaTelF

#NASOceana #Readiness #VirginiaBeach #USNavy

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On July 14, NAS Oceana will conduct a large-scale emergency response exercise. This regularly scheduled training is designed to further prepare NAS Oceana and our community partners to respond to mishaps and security incidents.

#NASOceana #NavyReadiness #CityofVirginiaBeach

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NAS Oceana to participate in annual hurricane response exercise from April 13-24, 2026. More here: https://t.co/ADSzZ1efMx

#USNavy #ReadyNavy #HurricaneExercise #HurricanePrep #NavyReadiness #NavyFamily

@CNICHQ
@CNRMA
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A #VirginiaBeach tradition returns 🇺🇸

Join us Sept. 19–20 for the NAS Oceana Air Show—celebrating 250 years of America and the bond between our warfighters and community.

Learn more: https://t.co/t6OMv2jhBe

#NASOceanaAirShow #Freedom250 #NASOceana
@BlueAngels @CityofVaBeach

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🎗️Take a proactive step in managing your health!🎗️

The TRICARE Prime Clinic in Virginia Beach is hosting a cancer screening event Thursday, Feb. 26 for eligable TRICARE beneficiaries. More details below!

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Our area will experience varying winter conditions tonight through Monday, 2/23.

NAS Oceana will remain operational to support mission-essential operations.

Tenant command and squadron personnel should contact their unit leadership for reporting guidance.

Be safe, everyone!

[Naval Air Station Oceana @nas_oceana]

Check out highlights from Capt. Appezzato’s final flight as commanding officer of the U.S Navy’s Master Jet Base.

#NASOceana
#FlightlineFriday
#FlyNavy

[Naval Air Station Oceana @nas_oceana]

Check out highlights from Capt. Appezzato’s final flight as commanding officer of the U.S Navy’s Master Jet Base.

#NASOceana
#FlightlineFriday
#FlyNavy

[Naval Air Station Oceana @nas_oceana]

“Serving as Naval Air Station Oceana’s 49th commanding officer has been the honor of my Navy career,” Appezzato said. “Being a part of this community has been the privilege of my life. Truly, no better base, no better place.”

Read more: https://t.co/MzDQ2qunRl

[Naval Air Station Oceana @nas_oceana]

Happening this week at NAS Oceana ⬇️

Capt. Josh Appezzato to be relieved by Capt. Rob Littman as commanding officer. The ceremony will be live-streamed on NAS Oceana’s Facebook for friends & family who are unable to attend.

#NASOceana #FlyNavy

[Naval Air Station Oceana @nas_oceana]

NAS Oceana will be open and operating as normal Monday, Feb. 2. Tenant command and squadron personnel should contact their leadership for specific reporting guidance. Drivers should use caution and allow extra time travel, when traveling. Be safe, everyone!

#NASOceana

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Base services update as of Jan. 31, 5:49 p.m.

See the graphic below for details regarding closures and delays due to weather.

NAS Oceana will remain operational to support mission-essential operations. Tenant command & squadron personnel should contact their unit leadership.

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Heavy winds and freezing temps are possible this weekend. Some services onboard NAS Oceana will adjust hours. See the graphic below for more details!

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🌨️WEATHER UPDATE 🌬️

Our area will experience heavy winds and freezing temperatures this weekend. Do not go outside and avoid travel unless absolutely necessary.

#NASOceana #WeatherUpdate #WinterStorm

[Naval Air Station Oceana @nas_oceana]

This weekend's storm is expected to bring heavy winds and freezing temps. Do you know what to do if the power goes out? Check out these tips: https://t.co/W4CmH7rLGU

Stay safe and remember, we're all in this together. Check in on your friends and family, and stay warm!

[Naval Air Station Oceana @nas_oceana]

Winter storm pro tip: Keep an emergency supply kit in your car with these extras:

⚡️Jumper cables
⚠️Flares or reflective triangle
🧊Ice scraper
🔌Car cell phone charger
🐈🏝️Cat litter or sand for better tire traction

More: https://t.co/TkERoGA3vA #WinterReady

[Naval Air Station Oceana @nas_oceana]

Snow, wind an extremely cold temperatures are expected for our area. Please keep an eye on NAS Oceana's official social media accounts for the latest updates impacting our installation, and monitor local news for weather and safety guidance. #NASOceana #DamNeckAnnex #WinterSafety

[NWS Wakefield @NWSWakefieldVA]

A strong low pressure is expected to develop & intensify this weekend. This will bring snow starting later Fri/early Sat (especially in the Piedmont) & peaking Sat-Sun AM. Probabilities for significant snow are increasing, especially across southern & southeastern locations (1/3)

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From Jan. 26 - Feb.6, 2026, Navy installations across the U.S. will participate annual Citadel Shield-Solid Curtain (CS-SC26) exercise. This regularly scheduled training event is helps generate a combat-ready fleet. More about the exercise here: https://t.co/PlXyy7H8yr

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WEATHER UPDATE: NAS Oceana is open Monday, Jan. 26. Tenant commands/squadrons: check with leadership for reporting guidance. Travel conditions may vary. Use caution, allow extra time, and stay safe. #NASOceana #WeatherUpdate