Pax Noise Advisory Set Dec. 8-Jan. 30
Communities surrounding the Patuxent River Naval Air Station are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place from 8am to 5pm December 8, 2025, through January 30, for Open Air Engine Test Cell operations.
Santa Takes to the Skies Over SoMD Dec. 9
Southern Maryland residents young and old should look skyward on Tuesday, December 9, between 10am and 1pm as Adm. Saint Nicholas takes to the air on his annual holiday readiness flight.
Hawker New CNO at MedStar Hospital
Retired US Navy CAPT Jeremy J. Hawker has been appointed as vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital.
NAWCAD Premieres Pax River Documentary
The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division premiered the documentary, “Flight Tested: The Story of Pax River,” showing how the test pilots, engineers, and innovators of Pax River shaped the Navy yesterday and today.
Blue Angels to Perform at Pax in 2026
The US Navy’s Blue Angels are scheduled to perform at the NAS Patuxent River Air Show on June 20-21, 2026. The event will be free and open to the public.
NAS Pax Noise Advisory Until Aug. 29
Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River are advised that noise-generating mission critical engine test runs are scheduled to take place through August 29, 2025, from 8am to 7pm.
Pax to Close Outbound Gate 2 Traffic During Morning Rush
NAS Patuxent River’s Gate 2 will close its outbound lane during morning rush (5am to 9am) until further notice beginning July 25, 2025, in the interest of sentry safety.





















