NAS Fallon offers ideal weather conditions
for year-round air operations. Located in the
high desert at 3,934 feet above sea level, temperatures
in Fallon average about 67 degrees,
with 4.88 inches of precipitation annually.
Winter low temperatures can reach 0 degrees
while summer highs may exceed 100 degrees.
The temperature shifts about 30 degrees every
day. These seasonal weather conditions make
Fallon and the surrounding area ideal for recreational
activities throughout the year. Fallon
does get some snow; however, the snow generally
isn't around more than a day or two.
International Airport is served by several
major airlines. A limited number of Space "A"
flights are also available here.
NAS Fallon is located approximately seven
miles southeast of the community of Fallon. The
main highways passing through the town are U.S.
Highways 50 and 95. Both provide easy access to
the air station. Simply follow the signs to NAS
Fallon off the main roads. Interstate 80 is approximately
30 miles from Fallon and is accessible
from either Highway 95 or Alternate 50.
For personnel arriving by air, the Reno/
Tahoe International Airport is the closest major
airport to Fallon. If you need a ride to the NAS
Fallon and you're newly arriving check with
your sponsor for transportation. The
Reno/Tahoe International Airport is served by
several major airlines. A limited number of
Space "A" flights are also available here.
Sailors reporting to NAS Fallon must check
in at the NAS Fallon Quarterdeck, Building
350, upon arrival. The next step is the
Customer Service Detachment (CSD), located
in Building 309, across from the First United
Services Credit Union, for processing in. Make
sure you bring a copy of your orders! You can
expect the check-in process to take several
days. Make sure you have contacted your
sponsor prior to your arrival.
It is mandatory that vehicles be registered on
base within 45 days of arrival. Vehicle registration
is available in the Pass and Decal Office
(Building 418) located just outside the main
gate. A valid vehicle registration, driver's license,
military ID card and proof of insurance are
required to register vehicles. VEHICLES MUST
BE PRESENT AT THE PASS AND DECAL
OFFICE TO RECEIVE DECALS. Personnel
operating a POV that is not registered in their
name, must obtain a notarized letter of permission
from the owner stating they have authorization
to operate the vehicle before a temporary
pass will be assigned from the Pass and
Decal office.
For military members reporting to NAS
Fallon who are planning on registering an out
of state vehicle in Nevada, the following documents
are required: Most recent registration,
Nevada proof of insurance card in the exact
name(s) that will be on the registration,
Nevada VIN inspection certificate (Obtained
at the Pass and Decal office. Vehicle must be
present to receive the Nevada VIN inspection
certificate), Certificate of Title (if ownership is
changing; if not changing ownership, the
owner has the option of retaining the out-ofstate
title), Nevada DMV Military non-resident
form (Obtained from CSD) and a copy of
your most current LES. Names on the title, registration,
and insurance will all need to agree,
as will the vehicle identification numbers.
Contact a DMV office with your concerns.
Nevada law requires you to have at least
$15,000/$30,000/$10,000 in liability insurance.
Nevada has mandatory liability responsibility
laws that are met through Nevada
licensed insurance agents. All registered
vehicles are required to have the minimum liability coverage. Should the coverage lapse
while registration is still current, significant
fees will be charged before the registration
will be reinstated. Call (800) 344-0483 for
more information.
NOTE: There are no emission control regulations in
Churchill County.