Wright Patterson AFB

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, located near Dayton, Ohio, is one of the most significant and historic installations in the U.S. Air Force. As the headquarters of Air Force Materiel Command, it serves as a hub for research, development, testing, and logistics that advance the cutting edge of aerospace innovation. The base is home to the Air Force Research Laboratory, the Air Force Institute of Technology, and the world-renowned National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. With roots tracing back to the Wright brothers’ original flying field, Wright-Patterson combines a proud legacy of flight with a forward-focused mission, driving technological progress and ensuring America’s air and space superiority.