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Newcomers
 Buckley Air Force Base is located in Aurora, Colo., in Arapahoe County.
Before 9 p.m., you can reach the base via Interstate 225, Exit 9 for 6th Avenue/CO-30. Go east on 6th Avenue. You'll arrive at Buckley on the right after 2.8 miles. After 9 p.m. take Exit 7 off of Interstate 225, Mississippi Ave., and travel east for 3.1 miles and you'll arrive at Buckley's Mississippi Gate on the left.
The Buckley Visitor Center is open weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and weekends from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located at the 6th Avenue Gate.
The 6th Avenue Gate is open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week. The Mississippi Avenue Gate is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Telluride Gate is open weekdays from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is closed on weekends.
If you are searching for directions via online map sites or GPS, use the address "18500 East Sixth Avenue, Aurora, CO, 80011."
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When you arrive at Buckley, your first stop should be the commander's support staff to schedule in-processing.
You will need to take all hand-carried records immediately to the orderly room and they will schedule you for in-processing, conducted in Bldg. 606.
If you wish to take permissive temporary duty after arriving, a leave form must be completed. Up to eight days permissive temporary duty may be approved by the gaining commander after signing in.
Military Personnel Section
Customer Support hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday with the exception of Wednesday when the section opens at 9 a.m.
Rocky Mountain Lodge, 345 S. Beaver Creek St. Bldg 331
Authorized users of base lodging services include active duty military, National Guard, reservists, retirees, DoD contractors, DoD civilians, and their family members. Family members must have access to enter Buckley AFB or they can be sponsored by an authorized user.
Lodging will accept and confirm reservations for Priority 2 guests ona a space-available basis according to Air Force Instruction 34-246.
Prices vary depending on the type of lodging requested. Email reservations to rockymountain.lodge@us.af.mil.
Additional information can be found at http://www.460fss.com/lodging/ or by calling 720-847-5899.
Buckley AFB is proud to introduce to you the newest lodging operation in the Air Force: the Rocky Mountain Lodge. With the latest in furnishing, technology and design, this lodge is ideal for any type and length of stay. Free wireless high speed internet, a large and spacious lobby, Dish network, an amenities' store, a coffee shop, and a warm comfortable fireplace provides our guests with all the comforts needed to make us a home away from home. We look forward to your stay and serving you!
- Joshua M. Coleman, Lodging Manager
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Civilian employees being assigned to appropriated fund positions should report to the Civilian Personnel Office. Their number is 720-847-6379. |
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The Airman and Family Readiness Center, located in Bldg. 606, assists with individual and family needs of all Department of Defense personnel and their family members. The center provides information and referrals, volunteer opportunities, financial education, transition assistance, family life education, family readiness and other support services.
For spouses looking for employment opportunities, the AFRC has a computer resource room with Internet and e-mail capability along with job search seminars and individual assistance.
Call the A&FRC for more information at 720-847-6681.
Join the Buckley Spouses Group Facebook page to get more connected with the spouse community. |
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Buckley Housing Options
Most inbound unaccompanied service members who are senior airmen or below with less than three years of service are required to reside in unaccompanied housing. Others who are either higher ranking have the options of requesting on-base housing or living off-base.
People interested in living off base may contact the Housing Referral Office for assistance by calling 720-847-5815 weekdays from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Additional resources include the Automated Housing Referall Network at www.ahrn.com.
For information regarding on-base privatized housing and unaccompanied housing, as well as housing in the local community, visit http://www.housing.af.mil/buckley/.
For specific information about on-base privatized housing, visit http://www.buckleyfamilyhousing.com/ or call 303-340-2066.
Junior Enlisted Housing is currently open to active duty, accompanied servicemembers. Depending on your rank, you may not even be charged all of your basic allowance for housing. |
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Local School Districts
Aurora Public Schools
Cherry Creek Schools
Denver Public Schools
There are also a number of private schools in the local area.
Buckley Education Office
720-847-6675
Hours: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday
Professional Development Courses
Career Development Advisor
720-847-6933
CLEP Tests
Community College of Aurora
Click "students"
Choose "military"
Click "test scheduling"
Call the education office at 720-847-6675 for more information about CLEP and DANTES programs. |
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It is important that you contact the Inbound Personal Property Section at the Traffic Management Office at 720-847-6685 as soon as you arrive in the area.
Personal property is defined as household goods, unaccompanied baggage or mobile homes and do-it-yourself moves.
The owner must provide the Personal Property Section with a telephone number and a temporary or delivery address in order to arrange for prompt delivery of property.
Temporary storage at government expense for up to 90 days may be authorized if your property arrives before you or, you cannot find suitable living quarters. You may become personally liable for storage and insurance beyond 90 days if you do not notify the Personal Property Section.
The commercial carrier is required to unpack your property at its final destination and place it in the rooms you indicate. |
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Buckley Air Force Base is located in Aurora, Colo., in Arapahoe County.
Before 9 p.m., you can reach the base via Interstate 225, Exit 9 for 6th Avenue/CO-30. Go east on 6th Avenue. You'll arrive at Buckley on the right after 2.8 miles. After 9 p.m. take Exit 7 off of Interstate 225, Mississippi Ave., and travel east for 3.1 miles and you'll arrive at Buckley's Mississippi Gate on the left.
The Buckley Visitor Center is open weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and weekends from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located at the 6th Avenue Gate.
The 6th Avenue Gate is open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week. The Mississippi Avenue Gate is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Telluride Gate is open weekdays from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is closed on weekends.
If you are searching for directions via online map sites or GPS, use the address "18500 East Sixth Avenue, Aurora, CO, 80011." |
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