June 3, 2026

Pax Announces Staggered Departure Due to Weather

Departure

NAS Patuxent River has authorized a staggered departure by zone today, February 11, 2025, due to forecasted inclement weather associated with Winter Storm Harlow.

Increased Traffic at NAS Pax Expected as Workers Return to Office

ID Checks

Increased traffic volume is expected at NAS Patuxent River and Webster Outlying Field beginning Friday, February 7, 2025, with the implementation of return-to-office orders across the base.

New Stops Signs Installed at Webster Field

Drivers on Webster Outlying Field are advised that stop signs will be installed February 3, 2025, on the field’s perimeter road.

Exercise Citadel Shield-Solid Curtain Begins @ Pax

Citadel Shield

Naval Air Station Patuxent River will participate in the annual force protection exercise Citadel Shield-Solid Curtain 2025 starting February 3.

NAS Pax River Moves to 100% ID Checks Effective Immediately

ID Checks

Naval Air Station Patuxent River has suspended Trusted Traveler and has implemented 100% ID checks at all gates effective immediately.

US Naval Test Pilot School Graduates Class 165

Test Pilot

The US Naval Test Pilot School held a graduation ceremony for its Class 165. Thirty-one students completed the 11-month course.

NAS Pax Gate 1 Outbound Lane Closure

Pax River

NAS Patuxent River’s Gate 1 will close the right outbound lane Monday, December 23, from 9am to 3pm and Tuesday, December 24, from 7am to 1pm for light pole installation.

Noise Advisory: Pax Helicopter Flights Dec. 17

Nighttime

Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River are advised that nighttime noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place December 17, 2024, from 8:30pm to 10pm.

Pax Highlights VQ-4 Sailor Marvin

Marvin

During Native American History Month, NAS Patuxent River highlights VQ-4 sailor Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Craig Day Marvin, a member of the Mohawk & Wolf Clan from Saint Regis Mohawk Reservation, and his recent return to professional lacrosse.

Pax Gate Hours for Thanksgiving Holiday

Gate

Naval Air Station Patuxent River announces gate hours and Pass and ID office/Visitor Control Center hours for the Thanksgiving holiday.