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Vandenberg
AFB (VAFB) is located on the central coast of California, near
Lompoc and Santa Maria. Lompoc, 11 miles from base, is the
closest town. Santa Barbara County is considered a high cost
area. The base encompasses over 98,000 acres, with 35 miles of
pristine coastline stretching along the Pacific Ocean. It is
truly a military installation in a national park setting. The
zip code for the base is 93437. The base operator's number is
805-606-1110 or DSN 312-276-1110.
History
Vandenberg AFB is named in honor of the late General Hoyt S.
Vandenberg, second Air Force Chief of Staff of the United
States Air Force and chief architect of today's modern Air
Force. In honor of his service to the nation, the aerospace
base, formerly Cooke Air Force Base, was renamed Vandenberg
AFB on October 4, 1958.
Mission
The mission of the 30th Space Wing is to defend the United
States of America through exceptional launch, range,
expeditionary and installation operations. The 30th Space Wing
manages Department of Defense space and missile testing, and
the placing of satellites into polar orbit from the West
Coast, using expendable boosters. The 381 TRG, Air Education
and Training Command, provides quality training to produce the
finest space and missile operators and maintainers for our AF
and our nation's defense.
Population Served
There are 4,445 Air Force personnel assigned, 3,990 family
members, 941 DoD civilians, 2,835 contractors and
approximately 8,000 retirees.
Sponsorship
The newcomer can expect to be contacted by their assigned
sponsor in a reasonable amount of time. If the newcomer does
not hear from their sponsor, it is highly recommended that
they become proactive and call their new unit. The sponsor
will provide timely, honest, constructive and positive
assistance including their own name, rank, work, home phone
numbers and e-mail addresses. The sponsor will contact the
newcomer in a timely manner to conduct a needs assessment.
They will send a personal letter, unit information, a letter
from the Airman and Family Readiness Center (AFRC), and
additional information requested by the newcomer based on the
needs assessment. This is a personalized process to assist in
a smooth move. The sponsor is also expected to greet the
newcomer, assist with the settling-in process, orient them to
the unit, as well as their family members to VAFB and the
community. Newcomers may call the Airman and Family Readiness
Center if they experience difficulty in obtaining a sponsor,
at 805-606-0039 or DSN 312-276-0039.
To forward mail to Vandenberg AFB in advance, you may request
an address by writing to the Postal Service Center, include:
"Your Name", PSC BOX 2000, Vandenberg AFB, CA 93437-6225. You
may also request your postal box in advance by calling the
Postal Service Center directly with your request at
805-606-1841 or DSN 312-276-1841. The Postal Service Center
fax number is 805-606-3766 or DSN 312-276-3766. Your sponsor
may also request a postal box for you by providing the Postal
Service Center with a copy of your PCS orders.
Temporary Quarters
Military members should call 805-606-1844 to make a
reservation at the Temporary Lodging Facility (TLF) on base.
If Lodging is full, the member will be provided a certificate
of non-availability from the TLF to be authorized to stay off
base. TLF will provide a local lodging list at that time.
Relocation Assistance
The Base Newcomer's Orientation is held each Tuesday beginning
at 8:00 a.m. at the 30th Medical Group Auditorium. The Airman
and Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) offers a variety of
services to assist you with your PCS. Customer service hours
are from Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at 706
Washington Ave, Building 10122. The A&FRC's phone number is
805-606-0039 or DSN 312-276-0039.
The Loan Closet is available for all PCSing individuals to
borrow household and baby items while awaiting your household
shipment. Other items available for loan are futons, dish
kits, card tables, folding chairs, irons, ironing boards,
coffee pots, blenders, high chairs, and strollers.
Child Care for PCS -- You are entitled to 20 hours of free
child care per child with a certified on-based Family Home Day
Care provider within 60 days of arrival or departure from
base. Visit your local Airman & Family Readiness Center to
obtain a certificate of eligibility.
Discovery Resource Center -- Computers with internet access,
printers, resume writing software, trip planning software,
typewriter, fax, and more are available to use.
Employment Assistance -- Assistance for family members seeking
employment and volunteer opportunities. A variety of resources
and workshops are available.
Critical Installation Information
Unexploded ammunition may be found on the base. It is
important to inform family members and guests to not touch
anything that looks suspicious and to report it to Explosive
Ordinance Disposal at 805-605-1374, during duty hours, or
805-606-9961 during non-duty hours. This information is
briefed at the Newcomer's Orientation, and spouses are
encouraged to attend.
Paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP) is a concern. There is a
state-wide quarantine on the harvesting of some shellfish
(especially mussels, clams, and oysters) from all California
beaches, including those at VAFB, from at least May 1st to Oct
31st each year. This quarantine is in effect because small
ocean micro-organisms (dinoflagellates) produce a toxin,
especially during the warmer summer months. This nerve toxin
is not destroyed by cooking. Eating shellfish containing the
poison (even a single shellfish) can result in fatal illness. |
1st Air
and Space Test Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-5797
DSN: 312-276-5797
COM FAX: 805-606-8168
DSN FAX: 312-276-8168
4th Space Launch Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-7190
DSN: 312-276-7190
COM FAX: 805-606-6000
DSN FAX: 312-276-6000
595 Space Group
Command Section:
COM: 805-605-6309
DSN: 312-275-6309
COM FAX: 805-605-8214
DSN FAX: 312-275-8214
532nd Training Squadron
Command Section
COM: 805-606-5376
DSN: 312-276-5376
COM FAX: 805-606-5272
DSN FAX: 312-276-5272
DET 1, 22 Space Operations Squadron
Command Section
COM: 805-605-7307
DSN: 312-275-7307
COM FAX: 805-605-7373
DSN FAX: 312-275-7373
533rd Training Squadron
Command Section
COM: 805-606-1541
DSN: 312-276-1541
COM FAX: 805-606-1484
DSN FAX: 312-276-1484
614 AOC
Command Section:
COM: 805-605-0614
DSN: 312-275-0614
COM FAX: 805-606-0189
DSN FAX: 312-276-0189
30th Medical Support Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-6727
DSN: 312-276-6727
COM FAX: 805-606-0308
DSN FAX: 312-276-0308
30th Medical Operations Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-6761
DSN: 312-276-6761
COM FAX: 805-606-0308
DSN FAX: 312-276-0308
614 SCS
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-2591
DSN: 312-276-2591
COM FAX: 805-605-6222
DSN FAX: 312-275-6222
14TH Air Force
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-1400
DSN: 312-276-1400
COM FAX: 805-605-3727
DSN FAX: 312-275-3727
30th Services Division
Administration Offices"
COM: 805-606-5031
DSN: 312-276-5031
COM FAX: 805-606-5032
DSN FAX: 312-276-5032
30th Civil Engineering Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-6855
DSN: 312-276-6855
COM FAX: 805-606-3614
DSN FAX: 312-276-3614
30th Comptroller Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-9733
DSN: 312-276-9733
COM FAX: 805-606-9737
DSN FAX: 312-276-9737
30th Medical Group
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-6726
DSN: 312-276-6726
COM FAX: 805-605-8130
DSN FAX: 312-275-8130
381st Training Group
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-4315
DSN: 312-276-4315
COM FAX: 805-606-1148
DSN FAX: 312-276-1148
381st Training Support Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-5730
DSN: 312-276-5730
COM FAX: 805-606-8927
DSN FAX: 312-276-8927
392nd Training Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-8371
DSN: 312-276-8371
COM FAX: 805-605-8125
DSN FAX: 312-275-8125
148 Space Operations Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-605-3711
DSN: 312-275-3711
COM FAX: 805-605-3727
DSN FAX: 312-275-3727
9th Space Operations Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-605-4559
DSN: 312-275-4559
COM FAX: 805-606-0747
DSN FAX: 312-276-0747
30th Operations Group
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-8856
DSN: 312-276-8856
COM FAX: 805-606-9404
DSN FAX: 312-276-9404
30th Operations Support Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-9282
DSN: 312-276-9282
COM FAX: 805-606-8212
DSN FAX: 312-276-8212
30th Range Management Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-9633
DSN: 312-276-9633
COM FAX: 805-606-4773
DSN FAX: 312-276-4773
30th Weather Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-8713
DSN: 312-276-8713
COM FAX: 805-606-0828
DSN FAX: 312-276-0828
576th Flight Test Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-9457
DSN: 312-276-9457
COM FAX: 805-606-2768
DSN FAX: 312-276-2768
30th Contracting Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-3746
DSN: 312-276-3746
COM FAX: 805-606-5479
DSN FAX: 312-276-5479
30th Logistics Readiness Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-6994
DSN: 312-276-6994
COM FAX: 805-606-3442
DSN FAX: 312-276-3442
30th Mission Support Group
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-4602
DSN: 312-276-4602
COM FAX: 805-606-3534
DSN FAX: 312-276-3534
30th Force Support Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-6200
DSN: 312-276-6200
COM FAX: 805-606-7081
DSN FAX: 312-276-7081
30th Space Communications Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-5316
DSN: 312-276-5316
COM FAX: 805-606-0135
DSN FAX: 312-276-0135
30th Security Forces Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-4230
DSN: 312-276-4230
COM FAX: 805-605-0772
DSN FAX: 312-275-0772
2nd Range Operations Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-9881
DSN: 312-276-9881
COM FAX: 805-606-8774
DSN FAX: 312-276-8774
18 IS
Command Section:
COM:805-605-1818
DSN: 312-275-1818
COM FAX: 805-605-5261
DSN FAX: 312-275-5261
30 Launch Group
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-6771
DSN: 312-276-6771
COM FAX: 805-605-7110
DSN FAX: 312-275-7110
30 Launch Support Squadron
Command Section:
COM: 805-606-9727
DSN: 312-276-9727
COM FAX: 805-606-4344
DSN FAX: 312-276-4344 |
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