Andersen Air Force Base, Military Base

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron, Osan Air Base, South Korea, prepare to takeoff July 26, 2017, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a compact, multi-role fighter aircraft. It is highly maneuverable and has proven itself in air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attack. It provides a relatively low-cost, high-performance weapon system for the United States and allied nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Smoot)

This is a military town and a high cost area, but our rich World War II history makes it an interesting assignment.

Andersen Air Force Base, Guam is located on the north end of Guam, approximately 15 miles from the capital, Agana. Andersen AFB is in the village of Yigo.

There are plenty of recreational and travel opportunities which make Andersen a popular tour among the adventurous. Guam is the most southern island in the Marianas Island chain.

Andersen Air Force Base Information

Condition: Operational
Years in Use: 1944-Present
Controlled by: United States Air Force (PACAF)
Current Commander: Brigadier General Thomas B. Palenske
Garrison: 36th Wing
Base Occupants: 36th Wing
Open to the Public: No