Had to visit NAS Fallon to finish up some business with my son in getting his USID. The ladies that I worked with there were so helpful. As you know, with most government agencies, you have reams and reams of paperwork, and it can get get quite confusing. The ladies helping me were so nice and though, it took a little longet than I thought, we were able to finally come in and seal the deal. I also got my letter from the commander today that allows me to assist my son with commisary and base exchange purchases. So happy to finaaly get that done. Looking forward to our first official visit to the commisary and base exchange. More to come on that... read more

I was driving along the Loneliest Road in America and passing through Fallon, Nevada. One of the recommended to-do spots here in Fallon was to check out this....the Naval Air Station - "home to the Top Gun training facility". When I had read that this place housed "Tog Gun", I thought maybe I could get a tour and walk around and explore?? It sounded unique and exciting and of course I was a fan of the original movie, lol. This Naval Air Station was located sort of on the outskirts of Fallon....maybe a 10 minute drive from downtown. As I headed towards the base....I was able to view out onto the desert and the desolate area of wilderness afforded to test flights. And...I actually got lucky and caught a plane taking off! That was pretty cool. As I drove along the road which sort of paralleled the runway of the base, I finally came upon the entrance way. It was at this moment where I had my doubts. It appeared as if the base was closed off to visitors. That....it was specifically designated for instructors and students of the air facility. There was a guarded gatehouse at the front with fencing embedded all around. I questioned at this instant whether I should drive up to the guard and ask if the facility was available for touring? Though....I guess I "blinked in the moment" and shied away. I just had this impression like the area was extremely secured (see my picture) and specifically designated for training. I certainly didn't see any cars or tours being offered. Ultimately, I chickened out and never approached the guardhouse to find out if visitors could wander around the area and explore. I simply grabbed a photo of myself in front of the sign saying (at least) I arrived at the Naval Air Station - Fallon Nevada. So...I apologize to those folks out there who are reading my experience and unfortunately....I never got the answer as to whether the outside public are allowed past the security gates for tours. In the end....I just felt like this place was designed exclusively for trainers and students...while being off limits to the public. I guess I was just a little discouraged as to why they'd name this place "home to the Tog Gun training facility". I would assume that most people revisit their iconic movie memories and then scramble over here anticipating they can get an inside glimpse into an all access "behind the scenes" tour...when that's probably not the case. read more

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9/16/2017: GEEZ~I drove ALL THE WAY from Genoa, Nevada to shop at THE most minuscule PX I have ever shopped! WTH???? It's a little larger than an "Oh, thank Heaven for 7B11!" Eye roll . . . Doh! Today's Monday and I FORGOT the Commissary is closed every Monday! RATS! Oh, well~Might as well go shop at the mini-PX . . . Despite it's minuscule square footage, the PX was surprisingly jam-packed with all sorts of products: I bought several items at the PX such as the Lifestraw, a pair of sunglasses, a business casual blouse, snacks, and some cold beverages. I had to buy all those items, since I lost my uber-expensive, Costa sunglasses at Kunde Winery, my Lifestraw had legs and walked away from being stored inside my truck's side-trunk compartment, an emergency solar blanket which also had legs, too, etc.! I don't think I'll drive to Fallon, Nevada-ever. The Lifestraw I purchased won't be beneficial drinking marshy, polluted H2O in the high desert-would it? read more

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I was born on a US Navy air base years ago. As a military brat I was on several US Navy Bases around the world. I was in the US Army for 4 years as a communications officer. My high school friend who works at Fallon NAS got me on base to see the nice open air museum. It has both US Navy aircraft as well as Soviet era opposing force aircraft. Now it is home to the famous Top Gun school. read more

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The only other thing that screams "NAVAL AVIATION" more than Fallon, NV is an aircraft carrier. Is it weird that I love this place? read more

We were in Fallon where the Naval Air Station is. Its fun if you are lucky and the Top Gun Pilots are flying. We have spent an hour or so at Grimes Point to watch them fly. We also watched ground training op at Grimes Point. read more

the base is a naval air station and is a bit out of town and in a beautiful rural setting. the base has most of the normal amenities most cases have just a bit smaller. it is fun just to watch the planes flying around. read more