Special Ops Wing Lands Permanent Spot in Arizona Air Base
Published Date: 12/8/2025
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Summary
The Air Force is moving the 492nd Special Operations Wing from Florida to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Arizona. This move will bring new people, change how the base operates, and require building new facilities. The decision was finalized in September 2025 and will affect local airspace and base activities.
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Base operations and airspace will change
The Air Force decided on September 11, 2025 to move the 492nd Special Operations Wing to Davis‑Monthan Air Force Base in Arizona. The move will result in changes to personnel, airfield operations, airspace use, and range use around the base.
New facilities and construction required
The beddown will require completion of facilities and infrastructure projects at Davis‑Monthan AFB, which creates demand for building and infrastructure work in Arizona.
Units and personnel will be relocated
The Department of the Air Force will relocate the 492nd Special Operations Wing and other units and personnel from Hurlburt Field, Florida to Davis‑Monthan AFB, Arizona as documented in the Record of Decision signed September 11, 2025.
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