Offutt AFB.

There is an old saying among veterans in the area: “Once you get on it, you’ll never get OFFUTT.” The reason is that many mid-to-late career Servicemembers often try to stay in the area after experiencing the local quality of life.

Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, offers a unique and dynamic living experience for military personnel and their families, blending convenience, community, and top-notch amenities. Located just south of Omaha in Bellevue, the base provides easy access to both the metropolitan attractions of Omaha and the serene landscapes of Nebraska. On-base amenities include excellent schools, healthcare facilities, and a variety of recreational options, such as fitness centers, parks, and community events, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie and support among residents.

The base’s strategic importance and commitment to excellence ensure a robust and secure environment, while the surrounding area offers additional employment opportunities, shopping, and entertainment options. Offutt Air Force Base stands out as an ideal location for those seeking a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle within a vibrant and supportive military community.

Offutt Air Force Base hosts several tenant units, including:

1. 55th Wing: The largest wing in Air Combat Command, providing global reconnaissance, real-time intelligence, command and control, information warfare, and electronic attack.
2. US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM): One of the eleven unified combatant commands in the Department of Defense, responsible for strategic deterrence, global strike, and operating the Department of Defense’s Global Information Grid.
3. 557th Weather Wing: Provides centralized weather services for the U.S. Air Force and Army.
4. 343d Reconnaissance Squadron: Operates reconnaissance aircraft for surveillance missions.
5. 595th Command and Control Group: Operates and maintains E-4B National Airborne Operations Center aircraft, ensuring continuous airborne command and control for national leaders.
6. Air Force Weather Agency (AFWA): Provides weather, climate, and space environmental intelligence to the Air Force and Army.

Base Website: https://www.offutt.af.mil

Base Welcome Page: https://www.offutt.af.mil/Resources/Newcomer/

School Liaison Website: https://offutt55fss.com/school-liaison/