TYNDALL AFB
AIR FORCE
Panama City, FL
United States
TYNDALL AFB
AIR FORCE
Panama City, FL
United States
Tyndall AFB
Base Essentials
Home of the F-22 Raptor and the rebuilding 325th Fighter Wing on Florida's Gulf Coast near Panama City — a modernizing installation with the Emerald Coast's beach lifestyle taking shape alongside new construction.
Base Details
Type
Air Force Base
Branch
AIR FORCE
Command
ACC
Status
Active
Est.
1941
Acres
29,000
Active Duty
3,500
Civilian
2,000
Population
200,000
Economic Impact
$900 million
Tyndall AFB History
Named AfterFirst Lieutenant Frank Benjamin Tyndall
Tyndall Air Force Base near Panama City, Florida, was established in 1941 as a gunnery training base. It has served as the home of the Air Force's air dominance mission and hosted the 325th Fighter Wing. In 2018 Hurricane Michael devastated the base, destroying or damaging nearly every structure. A massive multi-billion-dollar rebuild is underway to create the "Base of the Future" — a model installation with modern, resilient infrastructure. Tyndall has been designated as a future home for the F-35A Lightning II and is being rebuilt with 21st-century force protection and energy resilience standards.
Units Stationed
Unit
Nickname
Type
325th Fighter Wing (F-35A transition)
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Historic Timeline
1941
Established as Tyndall Field
1956
Air Defense Weapons Center Established
2018
Hurricane Michael Destroys Much of the Base
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1941
Established as Tyndall Field
Tyndall Field was established in 1941 near Panama City, Florida, as an aerial gunnery training school. It was named for Lieutenant Frank B. Tyndall, a Florida native and WWI aviation advocate who died in 1930.
1956
Air Defense Weapons Center Established
Tyndall became home to the Air Defense Weapons Center in the 1950s, serving as the Air Force's center for air-to-air weapons testing and air defense tactics development during the Cold War. The installation hosted the William Tell weapons meet, the Air Force's premier air-to-air combat competition.
2018
Hurricane Michael Destroys Much of the Base
Hurricane Michael made direct landfall at Tyndall on October 10, 2018, as a Category 5 storm, destroying approximately 95% of the installation's structures. The Air Force launched a multi-year, $4.7 billion reconstruction effort, redesigning Tyndall as a model "installation of the future."
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Tyndall AFB Base Gates
Entry points, hours, and access requirements for Tyndall AFB.
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PCS & Newcomers
Everything you need to know for your move to Tyndall AFB.
Welcome center hours and contact details can change. We recommend confirming before you visit or call.
325th Force Support Squadron — Airman and Family Readiness Center (A&FRC)
Phone
(850) 283-2872Hours
Mon–Fri, 0730–1630
In-Processing
Personnel arriving at Tyndall AFB report to their unit's Commander Support Staff during duty hours. The CSS schedules all mandatory in-processing appointments. After-hours arrivals report to the Bay View Inn on-base lodging, the 24/7 arrival point. Tyndall has undergone extensive reconstruction following Hurricane Michael (2018) — some building numbers and locations may differ from older references; confirm current locations with your sponsor or CSS.
All permanent-party members attend the mandatory Newcomer's Orientation, which covers the 325th Fighter Wing's F-22 training mission, the state of base reconstruction, base services, and Panama City area community resources. The A&FRC at (850) 283-2872 coordinates relocation assistance and school liaison.
Tyndall AFB is home to the 325th Fighter Wing — the F-22 Raptor formal training unit — and is undergoing a historic $5 billion reconstruction to become the "Installation of the Future." Located on the Florida Panhandle near Panama City, it offers world-class beaches and a strong outdoor recreation environment.
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Housing & BAH
On-post housing, cost of living, and BAH info for Tyndall AFB.
On-post family housing at Tyndall AFB is managed by Balfour Beatty Communities. The installation sustained catastrophic damage from Hurricane Michael in October 2018 and has been undergoing a multi-year rebuild — the "Tyndall 2.0" initiative — that includes modernized family housing. Contact Balfour Beatty at (850) 283-2600 for current community availability as cons…
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$340,000
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Schools & Education
K-12 schools, colleges, and education resources near Tyndall AFB.
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Where To Live
Tyndall AFB, rebuilt after Hurricane Michael (2018), sits on the Florida Panhandle near Panama City. Most military families live in Panama City, Panama City Beach, or Lynn Haven. The area has recovered significantly and continues to grow.
Lynn Haven
Suburban
The most popular choice for Tyndall families — a well-established city between Panama City and the base with strong schools, newer housing stock, and a quieter pace than Panama City Beach. Many military families own here.
Commute: 15–20 min
Schools: Bay District Schools
Families with kids
Pet owners
Retirees
Best schools in Bay County, safe, community feel, good resale
Panama City Beach
Urban
For those who want beach life, PCB has a mix of condos, townhomes, and houses. Higher COL but unbeatable lifestyle — gulf views, walkable waterfront, and a booming short-term rental market for future income potential.
Commute: 20–30 min
Schools: Bay District Schools
Single service members
Outdoorsy types
Dual military
Beach lifestyle, rental income potential, resort-town amenities
Taxes & Finance
State tax policy and financial info for service members at Tyndall AFB.
State Income Tax
None
Military Pay
No state income tax
Retirement Pay
No state income tax
Vehicle Tax Exempt
No
Military Pay Details
Florida has no state income tax. All military pay and retirement income are fully exempt. Florida is consistently one of…
Spouse Income Tax
Florida has no state income tax. Military spouses living in Florida are not subject to Florida income tax regardless of…
Vehicle Registration
Military members may retain their home-state vehicle registration under SCRA. If registering in Florida, fees are based…
Property Tax
No state income tax. Florida has a $50,000 homestead exemption for primary residences of legal residents. Veterans with…
Pet Policies at Tyndall AFB
Pet policies, vet services, and resources at Tyndall AFB.
Emergency Vet
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On-Base Vet Clinic
Coming soon
Restricted Breeds
8
Prohibited Animals
4
Dog Parks
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Boarding & Kennels
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Pet Guidance
2
Max Pets
Facilities & Services
On-base services and facilities at Tyndall AFB.
Commissary
1
Tyndall AFB Commissary
Exchange
BX
Mon 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Tue 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Wed 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thu 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Fri–Sat 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Medical
1
325th Medical Group Clinic — Clinic
Childcare & Youth
CDC Available
MWR & Recreation
1
Fitness Center
Employment & Education
Coming soon
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tyndall AFB.
01
What are the visitor gate hours?
Sabre Gate (Main Gate) is the main visitor access gate and is open 24 hours a day. Other gates are restricted to military and DoD ID holders — see the Gates section for full schedules.
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02
How do visitor passes work?
Visitors must be sponsored by someone with base access and should contact the installation's Visitor Control Center in advance with their government-issued ID and vehicle info. Day passes are issued at the gate; extended access may require additional coordination.
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What is BAH and how is it calculated?
BAH (Basic Allowance for Housing) is a monthly stipend based on your pay grade, dependency status, and the duty station ZIP code — it is not counted as taxable income. Rates are updated each January; use the BAH Calculator in the Finance section to see current figures for Tyndall AFB.
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What should I do first after receiving PCS orders?
Contact the gaining installation's housing office and military transportation office (TMO/PPSO) immediately after orders are issued. Apply for on-base housing right away — waitlists at many installations run 6–18 months.
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Does TRICARE cover local providers?
TRICARE covers both the on-base military treatment facility and authorized civilian providers in the surrounding community. Use the provider finder at tricare.mil to confirm in-network options near Tyndall AFB.
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