Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

JB MDL News

100 miles rucked for 9/11

Participants stop by Engine 24, Ladder 5 Fire Department during the 100 mile ruck march in honor of Sept. 11 in New York City Sept. 11, 2019. Volunteers of the annual ruck march stopped at fire departments along the way to thank firefighters for their service, shared memories of that day 18 years ago, and exchanged unit patches. The march raised more than $10,000 that went towards the maintenance of the 9/11 Memorial and Museum. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ariel Owings)

Sept. 14, 2019 - In remembrance of 9/11, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst service members and volunteers walked 100

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force visits Joint Base MDL

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright conducts an All Call at the Timmerman Center on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, during a visit Sept. 5, 2019. During the All Call, Wright discussed the rising suicide rates across the force and how Airmen must be wingmen to one another and be resilient in tough times.

Sept. 6, 2019 - Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright visited Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Sept. 5, 2019 to meet with Airmen, gain first-hand knowledge on different career fields and to discuss the overall status of the Air Force and possible future changes.

Security Forces Airman provides act of kindness

(Pictured from left to right: A1C Aspen Cusumano, Dod Officer Carmelito Hernandez Jr, Maria, A1C Jon Straley)

Sept. 3, 2019 - DoD and military officers and are tasked with a difficult and important job; they not only patrol

Joint Base MDL re-opens Halvorsen Hall Dining Facility

U.S. Army Col. Charles Durr, Army Support Activity commander, along with fellow 87th Air Base Wing Force Support Squadron leadership, cut the ceremonial ribbon for the re-opening of the Halvorsen Hall Dining Facility on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Aug. 27, 2019. While closed, the DFAC underwent renovations and changed their food options to align with Food 2.0, an Air Force initiative to offer healthier food options and expanding food choices. An additional change includes utilization of the DFAC for all Joint Base MDL community members.

Aug. 29, 2019 - U.S. Army Col. Charles Durr, Army Support Activity commander, along with fellow 87th Force Support

Donnelly history at Joint Base dates back to 1918

Memorabilia from Arthur Donnelly’s Army service at Camp Dix in 1918 is on display at the Fort Dix Military Heritage Hall museum at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J.

Aug. 27, 2019 - Tom Donnelly, Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Lakehurst Support Equipment (SE)

DOD Stories

Videos

JB MDL Features

Hiring our Heroes hosts Military Spouse Job Fair

An employer interacts with a potential employee and discusses the company and their role in society during the Hiring our Heroes Military Spouse Hiring Event on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Sept. 12, 2019. During the event, more than 175 spouses received information on job opportunities, applied for employment and received professional headshots for their LinkedIn accounts. Since its creation, more than 31,000 veterans and military spouses have obtained employment opportunities through Hiring our Heroes events.

Sept. 13, 2019 -

First ever: 305th APS moves U-2 Dragon Lady specialized vehicles

Two chase cars for the U-2 Dragon Lady sit inside of the cargo area at the 305th Aerial Port Squadron on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Aug. 12, 2019. The vehicles, which are meant to “catch” the U-2 when it lands, are being shipped from Joint Base MDL for the first time.

Aug. 20, 2019 - For the 305th Aerial Port Squadron at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, there’s always a first time for everything. On Aug. 16, the squadron was tasked with moving two chase vehicles and a transportation truck to Royal Air Force Mildenhall for utilization with the U-2 Dragon Lady.

Airman becomes children’s superhero

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Christopher Long, 87th Force Support Squadron base honor guard NCO in charge, volunteers to dress up as Captain America to give back to children and make them smile. (Courtesy photo)

Aug. 2, 2019 - Huge smiles spread across children’s faces as a group of superheroes¬¬¬¬—including Captain America, Spider-Man and Wolverine— walked into the Nemours/Alfred I DuPont Hospital for Children in support of Camp WeBelong July 31, 2019 in Wilmington, Delaware. Amongst the group was U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Christopher Long, 87th Force Support Squadron base honor guard NCO in charge.

NAWCAD Lakehurst robotics engineer receives Presidential Early Career Award

Dr. James Hing, Advanced Technology Projects Branch head at NAWCAD Lakehurst, was named a recipient of the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers for his early career work as a robotics engineer. (U.S. Navy photo)

July 17, 2019 - President Donald J. Trump named a Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Lakehurst robotics engineer a recipient of the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) July 2, 2019. Dr. James Hing, Advanced Technology Projects Branch head in the NAWCAD Lakehurst Support Equipment (SE) and Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) department, received the honor for his early career work as a robotics engineer.

Pest control: small career field, big results

Airman 1st Class Stephanie Curl and Senior Airman Regan Hayes, 87th Civil Engineer Group pest control specialists, perform routine maintenance on a trap at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, June 21, 2019. A lesser known career field, pest control is responsible for capturing and relocating damaging pests across the installation.

July 3, 2019 - Working diligently in a quiet corner of the base, Airmen with the 87th Civil Engineer Group Pest

Directory Services

Helpful Contact Information:

Medical Group Appointment line

(866) 377-2778

Personnel Office/ ID Office

(609) 754-0250

BX/Commissary

McGuire/Dix- 723-6100/754-5853

Lakehurst- 323-7680/323-2649

SARC Operator (609) 203-6134

Welcome Centers

McGuire- (609) 754-3938

Dix- (609) 562-6601

Lakehurst- (732) 323-2693

If you have any questions, call the Joint Base Operator at (609) 754-1110

Get Connected Clubs

Join or start a club and enjoy networking and doing what you and others like to do.

Social Media

**ATTENTION**GATE CLOSURE** Aug. 27, 2019: The McGuire Gate has reopened.

**ATTENTION**GATE CLOSURES** TODAY AUG. 27: Wrightstown Gate has reopened. Mc...

**ATTENTION** The McGuire Welcome Center will have modified hours Sunday, 1 Sep...

**ATTENTION** The McGuire Welcome Center will have modified hours Sunday, 1 Sep...

**ATTENTION**GATE CLOSURE** TODAY August 27: Wrightstown Gate will be closed un...

Halvorsen Hall Dining Facility is now open! Essential Station Messing (ESM) will...

Get it while it's hot! Halvorsen Hall Dining Facility is now open featuring the ...

https://www.flickr.com/photos/jointbasemdl/albums/72157710507728191 Congratulati...

Air Mobility Command Public Affairs produced a video to highlight the new Volunt...

Attention Dorm Residents! The Halverson Hall Dining Facility will reopen on 27 A...

**ATTENTION**MEDICAL CLINIC CLOSURES**

Please join us as we celebrate the 72nd Air Force Ball! WHO: All Joint Base McG...

**ATTENTION**LABOR DAY HOLIDAY WELCOME CENTER HOURS** Starting September 1, 201...

Speak Love with Jeff Allen and Dr. Gary Chapman. If you have any questions, plea...

**ATTENTION**GATE CLOSURE** TODAY, August 20, 2019: Pemberton Gate Outbound lan...

It has been 10 years since Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst became a tri-service...

**ATTENTION**GATE CLOSURE** TOMORROW, August 20, 2019: Pemberton Gate Outbound ...

**ATTENTION** The Wrightstown gate inbound lanes are now open. **ATTENTION** T...

2019 marks 10 years since our installation became the only tri-service base in A...

**ATTENTION**ROAD CLOSURE** Tentative August 19, 2019 through August 30, 2019: ...

*Attention* There is an active shooter in Philadelphia. Situation is contained to 3700 Block North 16th St. in a po… https://t.co/TP1laWX0Dr

RT @AirMobilityCmd: Airmen from @jointbasemdl flew a thirst-quenching mission on a #KC10 to get the @BlueAngels to their next air show! #Ta…

RT @AirMobilityCmd: Our @jointbasemdl KC-10s offloaded 26,500 gallons of fuel to Barksdale AFB's B-52 Stratofortress over the Atlantic Ocea…

Today, April 21, 2019 Due to lack of man power, the Wrightstown gate will be closed at 6 p.m. and return return to… https://t.co/dNFd14cU4W

RT @GoMDL: REMINDER: The Indoor Running Track & Functional Fitness/Turf Area at Griffith Field House will be closed today & tomorrow for sc…

...CONTINUED and must follow appropriate FAA regulations and guidelines. UAS activity outside FAA rules and guidel… https://t.co/3Mzgnm3k1s

**ATTENTION** The use of all Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) are prohibited on or near the instillation in accordan… https://t.co/1yO0UiL78M

RT @GoMDL: Join the Bone Marrow Donor Registry at @jointbasemdl! https://t.co/9cT3lDYw8G

RT @stevenholzinger: Here’s a KC-10 Extender based at @jointbasemdl coming in to land after another training mission. #kc10 #kc10extender #…

We love the enjoyment and positivity the Honorary Commander Boot Camp brings to our important civic leaders! Our co… https://t.co/kjyRgeXLyp

RT @GoMDL: A message from our friends at the JB MDL Spouses Club! https://t.co/E81EVLtBci

@jgambardello For additional information, inbox us on any site with your name, organization, number, email and questions.

https://t.co/H6xuUEmyTl

For more information about our range fire, checkout our posts on our Facebook. Pictures are available on our Instag… https://t.co/kKaA1Jr9hX

RT @BCTdanielle: More than 1,200 acres burned from range fire on @jointbasemdl https://t.co/XKNIaxWcMh #nj

RT @usairforce: .@SecAFOfficial, @SecArmy & @SecNav76 will host a National Discussion on Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment at America’s…

RT @GoMDL: Pudgy’s Too Food Truck will be at the corner of Arnold Ave. & Tuskegee Airmen Ave., JB MDL McGuire (by Big Beige) Tuesday, Wedne…

RT @GoMDL: This week's specials at Pudgy's Sports Pub! *Specials are all day while supplies last unless otherwise noted. https://t.co/urQQ7…

It's always a great day when one of our Public Affairs Airman get's their products posted by @AirMobilityCmd, espec… https://t.co/rda9b724Js

RT @NATO: Twelve Allies founded #NATO in 1949. Today we are 29. Join us in celebrating the 70th Anniversary of our Alliance. #WeAreNATO htt…

Like Us

3,407

Follow Us

YouTube

Blog

Instagram

Flickr

Air Force Social Media Guide (PDF)

USAF Social Media Sites

Inclement Weather Information

For the latest weather closings, delays, and updated road conditions on JB MDL, call the installation informational lines.

McGuire/Dix Info Line:
609-754-BASE

Lakehurst Info Line:
732-323-SNOW

Resources

Service Portals

Army Portal

Air Force Portal

Navy Portal