Naval Air Station Pensacola Corry Station (NASP Corry Station)

• Origins as an Airfield: Corry Station was originally established in 1923 as an outlying airfield to support flight training for Naval Air Station Pensacola, and was named after Lieutenant Commander William M. Corry Jr., a Medal of Honor recipient. • Transition to Communications: During the Cold War era, Corry Station shifted from flight operations to become a center for Navy communications and cryptology training, reflecting the growing importance of signals intelligence. • Home of Navy "CT" Ratings: The station became the Navy’s primary training location for the Cryptologic Technician (CT) ratings, training thousands of sailors in signals intelligence, electronic warfare, and information operations. • Joint Service Training: Corry Station is a multi-service facility, hosting students from all branches of the U.S. military, as well as allied nations, for intelligence and cyber training. • Birthplace of the Center for Information Warfare Training (CIWT): In 2016, the Center for Information Dominance (CID) at Corry Station was renamed CIWT, reflecting a mission to train the Navy’s cyber and information warfare force. • World War II Contributions: During WWII, Corry Field (as it was then known) trained thousands of aviators, supporting the massive expansion of the U.S. Navy’s air arm. • Notable Alumni: Many high-ranking intelligence and cyber warfare officers in the Navy and Department of Defense began their careers with training at Corry Station. • Role in Operation Desert Storm: Personnel trained at Corry Station provided critical intelligence support during Operation Desert Storm and subsequent operations in the Middle East. • Continuous Modernization: Corry Station has continually updated its curriculum and technology to address evolving threats in cyber warfare, electronic warfare, and signals intelligence. • Community Involvement: The station maintains strong ties with Pensacola and surrounding communities, participating in local outreach, educational programs, and veteran support activities.