NAS PAX River area to see increased air traffic

PATUXENT RIVER NAVAL AIR STATION, MD – Communities surrounding the naval air station may notice a return of Navy fixed-wing aircraft (airplanes) over Southern Maryland starting July 11, 2016, due to the re-opening of Runway 06/24.

Both Runway 06/24 and Runway 14/32 at the station have been closed for needed repairs. The re-opening will allow the station to resume flights of fixed-wing aircraft that require the runway to take-off and land.

As with all operations, NAS Patuxent River takes precautions to lessen the impact of testing activities on the community. For more information call 1-866-819-9028.