Military Installations

Davis-Monthan Air Force Base is the fifth-largest employer in the region. Davis-Monthan became a military base in 1925 and is a key Air Combat Command installation. The 355th Wing is the host unit at the base and provides medical, logistical, and operational support to all the units. The associate units are represented by almost all major air commands, the Air Force Reserve, and the Air National Guard.

The wing's missions are to train A-10 and OA-10 pilots and to provide A-10 and OA-10 close support and forward air control to ground forces worldwide. The wing is also charged with providing command, control, and communications countermeasures in support of tactical forces with its EC-130H aircraft and, employing the EC-130E aircraft, providing airborne command, control, and communications capabilities for managing tactical air operations in war and other contingencies worldwide.

There are 11 permanent dormitories on base and over 1,200 housing units. The base employs about 8,200 people, of which 6,500 are military and 1,700 are civilian personnel. It is estimated that the combined direct and indirect economic impacts of Davis-Monthan in the Tucson region amount to more than $1.1 billion each year (Arizona Daily Star, 2005).

For assistance with expansion/retention of your existing Tucson-area business or if you are considering relocating/expanding to the Tucson region, contact:
Lee J. Smith
Sr. Vice President, Business Development
520.243.1909 or lee.smith@treoaz.org