Blue Angels to Perform at Pax in 2026
The US Navy’s Blue Angels are scheduled to perform at the NAS Patuxent River Air Show on June 20-21, 2026. The event will be free and open to the public.
NAS Pax Noise Advisory Until Aug. 29
Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River are advised that noise-generating mission critical engine test runs are scheduled to take place through August 29, 2025, from 8am to 7pm.
Pax to Close Outbound Gate 2 Traffic During Morning Rush
NAS Patuxent River’s Gate 2 will close its outbound lane during morning rush (5am to 9am) until further notice beginning July 25, 2025, in the interest of sentry safety.
Pax Sets Noise Advisory Through Aug. 31
Communities surrounding Webster Outlying Field and NAS Patuxent River are advised that there will be an increase in aircraft flight activities associated with the US Naval Test Pilot School training from July 23 through August 31, 2025.
Zematis Takes Charge at NAS Pax River
CAPT Mark Zematis assumed command of the Naval Air Station Patuxent River from outgoing commanding officer CAPT Douglas Burfield earlier this month.
At Pax, a Picture of Barracks Life Done Right
NAS Patuxent River’s Navy-managed military housing facility presents a picture of barracks life done right.
100% ID Checks at All Pax River Gates
NAS Patuxent River began conducting 100% ID checks at all of its gates at 4pm Friday, June 13, 2025, until further notice.
Pax Noise Advisory Set Until June 6
Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place from 8am to 7pm until June 6, 2025.
Pax CO, County Commissioners to Meet
Naval Air Station Patuxent River CO and the St. Mary’s County commissioners will hold a joint meeting at 9am Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
NAS Pax River Opens Food Pantry
A food pantry has opened at NAS Patuxent River. Donations are being accepted.
