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Little Rock Air Force Base

Jacksonville, United States

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Little Rock Air Force Base

Jacksonville, United States
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Premier C-130 training base in the United States Air Force.

Opened
1942
Location
Jacksonville, United States
Little Rock Air Force Base (KLRF/LRF) is a United States Air Force installation located near Jacksonville, Arkansas, approximately 17 miles northeast of downtown Little Rock. It serves as the Air Force's primary C-130 Hercules training center and is home to the 19th Airlift Wing, one of the largest airlift wings in the Air Force. The base hosts a large fleet of C-130H and C-130J aircraft and provides tactical airlift training for aircrews from the United States and allied nations. As a military installation, it does not serve commercial airline passengers. Little Rock AFB plays a strategic role in global airlift operations and has been a key installation in supporting operations in Southwest Asia, Europe, and other theaters. The base contributes significantly to the local economy of central Arkansas.
Getting to & from
The base is accessible primarily by private vehicle via U.S. Highway 67/167, with no dedicated public transit service connecting it to downtown Little Rock.
Notable facts
  • ›Home to the 19th Airlift Wing, the Air Force's largest C-130 airlift wing.
  • ›Serves as the primary C-130 Hercules training base for the U.S. Air Force.
  • ›Originally established during World War II in 1942.
  • ›Hosts both active duty and Air Force Reserve C-130 units.
  • ›Supports international partner nation aircrew training programs.
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A storied military airfield serving central Arkansas with quiet resolve

Little Rock Air Force Base, located in Jacksonville, Arkansas, is a United States Air Force installation and home to the 19th Airlift Wing, one of the largest C-130 Hercules training and operational centers in the world. Established in 1955, the base has played a significant role in military airlift missions throughout its history. It is a restricted military facility and does not serve commercial passenger traffic.

Terminals
  • Military Operations Terminal — A restricted military terminal supporting Air Force personnel, cargo operations, and authorized government travel only.
Ground Transport
  • Personal vehicle or military shuttle for authorized personnel
  • Taxi service from Jacksonville to the base vicinity
  • Rental car agencies available in nearby Jacksonville and Little Rock
Nearby Hotels
  • Hampton Inn Jacksonville
  • Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville
  • Comfort Inn & Suites Jacksonville
  • Fairfield Inn & Suites Little Rock North
Dining

On-base dining is restricted to military personnel and authorized visitors, with a dining facility (DFAC) serving standard military meals. The surrounding Jacksonville area offers a range of casual dining options including local diners and national fast-food chains. Little Rock, approximately 17 miles southwest, provides a broader selection of restaurants and cuisines.

Traveller Tips
  • Access to the base requires valid military ID or official authorization — civilians cannot enter without escort.
  • Jacksonville is a small military community; plan accommodations in advance as options near the base are limited.
  • Little Rock Clinton National Airport (LIT) is the nearest commercial airport for civilian travelers, roughly 17 miles away.
  • Base events such as airshows occasionally open the facility to the public — check the 19th Airlift Wing's official channels for announcements.
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Little Rock Air Force Base
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Little Rock Air Force Base is a United States Air Force base located in Jacksonville, Arkansas, approximately 17 miles (27 km) northeast of Little Rock.

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