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MACDILL AFB

AIR FORCE

Tampa, FL

United States

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MACDILL AFB

AIR FORCE

Tampa, FL

United States

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Welcome to MacDill AFB in Tampa, Florida! Located just eight miles south of the city of Tampa, MacDill AFB is home to the 6th Air Refueling Wing. This Air Mobility Command base is capable of rapidly deploying air refueling support anywhere in the world. MacDill AFB hosts over 51 tenant units, including the United States Central Command and the United States Special Operations Command pushing the on-base population to nearly 20,000 active-duty personnel. With large communities surrounding it, including Tampa, there’s plenty to explore in the area. Keep reading or click any of the sections to gu...

MacDill AFB

Base Details

Type

Air Force Base

Branch

AIR FORCE

Command

AMC

Status

Active

Est.

January 1, 1941

Acres

5,700

Active Duty

12,000

Civilian

5,000

Population

3,200,000

Economic Impact

$3.4 billion

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MacDill AFB History

Named AfterColonel Leslie MacDill

MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida, was established in 1941 and occupies a peninsula extending into Tampa Bay. It is home to the headquarters of both U.S. Central Command and U.S. Special Operations Command, two of the most prominent combatant commands in the Department of Defense. The 6th Air Refueling Wing operates KC-135 Stratotankers from the base. MacDill's role as the nerve center for Middle East operations and global special operations makes it one of the most strategically significant installations in the military despite its relatively modest physical size.

Units Stationed

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Nickname

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U.S. Central Command (HQ)

U.S. Special Operations Command (HQ)

6th Air Refueling Wing

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MacDill AFB Base Gates

Entry points, hours, and access requirements for MacDill AFB.

Dale Mabry Gate

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Latest News

Recent articles and updates from MacDill AFB.

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5,500 Guardsmen Aid Hurricane Helene Victims in Southeast US

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PCS & Newcomers

Everything you need to know for your move to MacDill AFB.

Military & Family Readiness Center (M&FRC)

Phone

(813) 828-0145

Hours

Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Thu: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location

8105 Condor Street, Building 18, MacDill AFB, FL 33621

In-Processing

Upon arrival at MacDill AFB during duty hours (Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM), contact your gaining unit immediately. Your supervisor or sponsor will direct you to the Military Personnel Element (MPE) Customer Service at 8011 Tampa Point Blvd, Building 373, where you will turn in your in-processing package with a copy of your orders. If you arrive after 4:30 PM, on weekends, or on holidays, report to the 24-hour arrival point at the MacDill Inn, Building 350, 7637 Bayshore Blvd. The Visitors Reception Center at the Dale Mabry Gate ((813) 828-2737) provides temporary base access passes weekdays 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

All newly assigned members of the 6th Air Refueling Wing must attend the Newcomers Orientation within 30 days of arrival, held the first Thursday of each month, 7:30 AM – 11:45 AM at the Breakaway Events Center, 7315 Bayshore Blvd, Building 499. Finance in-processing is at the 6th Comptroller Squadron, Building 147, 2610 Pink Flamingo Ave ((813) 828-5377), with walk-in hours Monday–Friday 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

The M&FRC at Building 18 ((813) 828-0145) provides PCS counseling, the "Plan My Move" online tool, financial readiness workshops, EFMP support, the Commander's Key Spouse Program, and Air Force Aid Society benefits including 20 free hours of childcare per child during PCS. Military and Family Life Counselors are available at (813) 816-3061 for confidential relocation counseling. Register for Newcomers Orientation at FSC.frontdesk@us.af.mil.

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Sponsor Program

MacDill AFB assigns an active-duty sponsor from the gaining unit, matched by rank and family status. The sponsor initiates contact, shares community information, confirms transportation and lodging, meets you upon arrival, and assists with check-in. Civilian employees should contact the Civilian Personnel Office at (813) 828-6090. If no sponsor has been assigned, contact the M&FRC at (813) 828-0145 or the after-hours Command Post at (813) 828-4361. A Youth Sponsorship Program is available through installation youth programs.

Temporary Lodging

MacDill Inn (Building 350, 7637 Bayshore Blvd, (813) 828-4259) offers approximately 398 bed spaces including Distinguished Visitor suites, Visiting Quarters, and Temporary Lodging Facilities (TLF). Rooms include queen-sized beds, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, and cable TV. PCS members may stay up to 30 nights. Ten designated pet-friendly TLF units are available ($10/night surcharge, vaccination records required). The MacDill Inn also serves as the 24-hour arrival point. Reserve at af.dodlodging.net or call directly.

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Sponsor Program

MacDill AFB assigns an active-duty sponsor from the gaining unit, matched by rank and family status. The sponsor initiates contact, shares community information, confirms transportation and lodging, meets you upon arrival, and assists with check-in. Civilian employees should contact the Civilian Personnel Office at (813) 828-6090. If no sponsor has been assigned, contact the M&FRC at (813) 828-0145 or the after-hours Command Post at (813) 828-4361. A Youth Sponsorship Program is available through installation youth programs.

Temporary Lodging

MacDill Inn (Building 350, 7637 Bayshore Blvd, (813) 828-4259) offers approximately 398 bed spaces including Distinguished Visitor suites, Visiting Quarters, and Temporary Lodging Facilities (TLF). Rooms include queen-sized beds, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, and cable TV. PCS members may stay up to 30 nights. Ten designated pet-friendly TLF units are available ($10/night surcharge, vaccination records required). The MacDill Inn also serves as the 24-hour arrival point. Reserve at af.dodlodging.net or call directly.

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Schools & Education

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Taxes & Finance

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