NAS Atlanta

Naval Air Station Atlanta (NAS Atlanta) was established in 1959 in Marietta, Georgia, adjacent to Dobbins Air Reserve Base. Originally created to support the training and operations of Naval Reserve aviation units, the base hosted various squadrons, including fighter, patrol, and helicopter units throughout the Cold War and post-Cold War periods. NAS Atlanta played a crucial role in providing readiness training and logistical support to naval aviators and reservists, ensuring operational capability for both peacetime and contingency missions. The station was officially closed in 2009 as part of the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process, with its functions transferred to other installations.