LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE: IN-DEPTH WELCOME CENTER

Introduction

Welcome to Laughlin Air Force Base in Texas. Laughlin AFB trains and develops military pilots on the T-6 Texan II, T-38C Talon, and T-1A Jayhawk. Laughlin AFB's population includes approximately 6,000 military and civilian personnel and active-duty military dependents. The base is home to the 47th Flying Training Wing and the 96th Flying Training Squadron. For a full list of units and agencies at Laughlin AFB, visit the base's website. Continue reading for our in-depth guide on Laughlin AFB so you can get to know your new base and its surrounding community. 1. Where Is Laughlin Air Force Base? 2. Google Map View 3. Getting There – Directions to the Base 4. Entering Laughlin Air Force Base and Amenities

• Check-in Procedures for Incoming Personnel
• Laughlin Air Force Base Visitor Center
• Laughlin Air Force Base Gate Hours
• Laughlin Air Force Base DEERS Office
• Laughlin Air Force Base Commissary
• Laughlin Air Force Base BX
• Laughlin Air Force Base Barber Shops
• Laughlin Air Force Base Post Office
• Laughlin Air Force Base Finance Office
• Laughlin Air Force Base Legal Office
• Laughlin Air Force Base Library
• Laughlin Air Force Base Hotels

5. Where Should I Live Near Laughlin Air Force Base? 6. What Schools are Near Laughlin Air Force Base? 7. What’s the Weather Like in Laughlin Air Force Base? 8. Things to Do Near Laughlin Air Force Base

Where Is Laughlin Air Force Base?

Visitor Control Center

Texas Spur 317 N. Laughlin AFB, TX 78840

Phone:

1 (830) 298-5349

Laughlin AFB Base Map

Laughlin Air Force Base Directions

Laughlin AFB is in Val Verde County in Texas. The base is just north of the United States-Mexico border and the Rio Grande. Del Rio is only 5 miles to the west. San Antonio is about 150 miles to the east.

Del Rio International Airport

The closest airport is Del Rio International Airport, which is about 10 miles from the base. Driving Directions From Del Rio International Airport

1. Take West 10th Street to North Bedell Avenue.
2. Turn left onto U.S. Highway 90.
3. Take the Loop 79 ramp onto U.S. Highway 277.
4. Exit onto Texas Spur 317, which will take you to the base's main gate.

Laughlin AFB Transportation Office

Getting ready for a PCS move and in need of some help? Call the Laughlin AFB Traffic Management Office. For more military moving contacts and information, visit Move.mil, the official DOD customer moving portal.

Laughlin AFB TMO

155 California Ave. Laughlin AFB, TX 78843

Phone:

1 (830) 298-5206, 1 (830) 298-5388, or 1 (830) 298-5189

Entering Laughlin Air Force Base and Amenities

If you do not have a valid military ID, you may have to stop at the visitor control center to gain base access. Click here for more information on the visitor control center at Laughlin AFB.

Check-in Procedures for Incoming Personnel

Upon arrival, contact your assigned unit and your sponsor for specific in-processing instructions and information. Incoming student pilots can bring their in-processing documents to the 47th Student Squadron Transition Office to ensure the proper in-processing steps have been completed prior to base in-processing. The transition office can be reached at 1 (830) 298-5211. Incoming permanent party personnel in-processing is handled at the Military Personnel Element Customer Service Office. This office can be reached at 1 (830) 298-5276. Military personnel must bring all personnel, medical, and financial records for in-processing. Incoming civilian personnel can contact the Civilian Personnel Office at 1 (830) 298-5806. Incoming personnel will be scheduled for a newcomer's orientation, which provides briefings about support services at the base. Spouses are encouraged to attend this orientation. For more information on in-processing, visit Laughlin AFB's website for newcomers.

Laughlin AFB Visitor Center

The base's visitor control center issues temporary vehicle passes and can provide directions and information on the base.

Visitor Control Center

Texas Spur 317 N. Laughlin AFB, TX 78840

Phone:

1 (830) 298-5349

Visitor Center Hours

• Daily -

  0700 to 1600.

Laughlin AFB Gate Hours

• West (Main) Gate:

  Spur 317, open 24/7.

• North Gate:

  U.S. Highway 90, hours vary according to base needs.

DEERS Laughlin AFB

Laughlin AFB Military Personnel Element Customer Service

427 Liberty Drive Laughlin AFB, TX 78843

Phone:

1 (830) 298-5276

Laughlin AFB MPE Customer Service Hours

• Monday through Friday -

  0830 to 1300 (closes the third Wednesday of each month for staff training).

Laughlin Commissary

574 Fifth St. Laughlin AFB, TX 78843

Phone:

1 (830) 298-5822

Laughlin Commissary Hours

• Tuesday and Thursday -

  1000 to 2000.

• Wednesday and Friday -

  1000 to 1800.

• Saturday -

  0900 to 1800.

• Sunday -

  1000 to 1700.

Laughlin AFB BX

Building 540, Arnold Boulevard Laughlin AFB, TX 78843

Phone:

1 (830) 298-2111

Laughlin AFB Exchange Hours

• Monday through Friday -

  0900 to 1800.

• Saturday -

  1000 to 1700.

Laughlin AFB Barber Shop

Building 540, Arnold Boulevard Laughlin AFB, TX 78843

Phone:

1 (830) 298-0870

Laughlin AFB Barber Shop Hours

• Monday through Friday -

  0900 to 1700.

• Saturday -

  1000 to 1500.

Laughlin AFB Post Office

The closest post offices to Laughlin AFB are in Del Rio. Visit the USPS website for other postal service locations.

Del Rio Post Office

2001 N. Bedell Ave. Del Rio, TX 78840

Phone:

1 (830) 775-3571

Del Rio Post Office Hours

• Monday through Friday -

  1030 to 1200 and 1400 to 1530.

Pecan Post Office

114 E. Broadway St. Del Rio, TX 78840

Phone:

1 (830) 775-3388

Pecan Post Office Hours

• Monday through Friday -

  0930 to 1630.

Laughlin AFB Finance

If you're looking for financial advice or assistance on money matters, the talented and professional counselors of the Laughlin AFB Airman and Family Readiness Center can help.

Airman and Family Readiness Center

Building 362, Mitchell Boulevard Laughlin AFB, TX 78843

Phone:

1 (830) 298-5620

Laughlin AFB Airman and Family Readiness Center Hours

• Monday through Friday -

  0800 to 1600 (closes at noon the third Wednesday of each month for staff training). Appointment only during COVID-19.

Laughlin AFB Legal Office

561 Liberty Drive, Suite 2 Laughlin AFB, TX 78843

Phone:

1 (830) 298-5172

Laughlin AFB Legal Office Hours

Some legal assistance is available by appointment only. Call the legal office for more information on walk-in and appointment services.

Laughlin AFB Library

201 Mitchell Blvd. Laughlin AFB, TX

Phone:

1 (830) 298-5119

Laughlin AFB Library Hours

• Monday through Friday -

  1000 to 1700.

Laughlin AFB Hotels

There are many hotels near Laughlin AFB, so you're sure to find one to fit your budget. For a full list of military lodges and affiliated resorts in the area, visit the Department of Defense Lodging website.

Laughlin Manor

Building 454, Fourth Street and Arnold Boulevard Del Rio, TX 78843

Phone:

1 (830) 298-5731

Hot Tip: Download MyBaseGuide’s Laughlin AFB Military Relocation Guide for information about hotels nearby.

Where To Live Near Laughlin Air Force Base?

Cities Near Laughlin Air Force Base

While many military family members call base housing their home, others choose to live in nearby communities. Del Rio and other neighboring communities provide housing, employment, and other services for Laughlin AFB military families.

Suggested Reads:

Laughlin AFB Housing: 5 On Base Options

Best Places to Live Near Laughlin Air Force Base

Del Rio

Laughlin AFB is just east of the city of Del Rio. The city has a population of approximately 36,000 people. Del Rio offers residents a host of recreational and outdoor opportunities. Del Rio is home to the Amistad National Recreation Area and Devils River State Natural Area. More outdoor adventures can be had at the city's parks, swimming pools, and athletic fields. If you want to head indoors, you can learn about the city's history at the Whitehead Memorial Museum and enjoy the fine arts at the Firehouse Gallery.

Hot Tip: Look for Laughlin AFB homes and apartments for rent or sale, and find BAH, PCS, TLA & ETS military housing information at AHRN.com.

Laughlin AFB Schools

There are many options for your child's education near Laughlin AFB. Texas offers traditional public schools, as well as public charter schools and private schools. For younger children, there are a variety of local daycares and child care programs on and off base. Children who live on base may attend schools in the San Felipe Del Rio Consolidated Independent School District. There are no DoDEA schools on base. The Laughlin AFB school liaison Facebook page has more information on area school districts, home schooling in Texas, parent resources, and more. The page also has contact information for the base's school liaison officer, who can provide information and guidance on area schools as well as educational resources for your children.

Laughlin AFB Weather

Laughlin AFB has hot summers and mild winters. In the summer, temperatures can soar to the high 90s, with average lows in the 70s. In winter, average highs are in the 60s, with average lows in the 40s. Laughlin AFB gets about 20 inches of rain annually. Obviously snow is rare with such high winter temperatures, but snow is not out of the question. In February 2021, Del Rio saw record snowfall when a winter storm brought more than 10 inches of snow to the area.

Things to Do Around Laughlin AFB

Laughlin AFB and the surrounding region are home to parks, art galleries, great restaurants, and shopping venues. On base, there are a multitude of recreational opportunities, including bowling, camping, golfing, paintball, swimming, and more. Outside the gates, with the Del Rio nearby, there's no shortage of things to do. Get out and explore!

Suggested Reads:

17 Of the Best Things to Do Near Laughlin AFB and 20 of the Best Restaurants Near Laughlin AFB

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Conclusion

Moving to a new base comes with challenges, but Laughlin AFB is a great place to call home. Head to local hangouts, spend the day exploring Del Rio, and discover other area gems to experience everything this region and world-class base have to offer you during your time here.  

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