PLEASE REVIEW ALL INFORMATION BELOW PRIOR TO SUBMITTING TOUR REQUESTs

CARRIER TOURS ARE FULLY BOOKED UNTIL JULY 2023.
WE ONLY HOST TOURS ON THE U.S. EAST COAST. 

*Security Notice- All tour guests 18 years of age or older are required to provide one of the following (non-expired) forms of photo ID at the beginning of the tour: 

State-Issued Driver's License/ID
Passport (Book or Card)

Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic Public Affairs Office schedules tours of aircraft carriers and squadrons to academic, government, civic, youth, professional, and business groups, or those with a sponsor that has base access to Norfolk Naval Station, based on group size and carrier/squadron availability. Please keep in mind that tours are limited to a maximum group size of 50, are not scheduled on Sundays, holidays, or more than 6 months in advance, and require a MINIMUM 3 weeks notice. Carrier and squadron tours are approximately one hour and 30 minutes in length, depending on your group size, mobility, and how inquisitive guests may be. Please be advised that your tour group may be combined with other tour groups.

Attire: We recommend casual attire, and long sleeve shirts. Please do not wear skirts, heels or open-toed shoes. There will be a lot of walking and stair climbing during your 90-minute tour and tennis shoes are strongly recommended.

Ship’s Memorabilia: Please bring cash. The carrier or squadron may have some small memorabilia items (ball caps, cups, t-shirts, etc.) for sale onboard if you are interested in a souvenir.

Cautions and General Safety: Guests should not accept this invitation unless they are in good health. Navy aircraft carriers, by their very nature, present certain hazards not normally encountered ashore. These hazards require persons on board to exercise a high degree of care for their own safety. Do not operate equipment or switches, position any valves, or enter any posted areas without prior approval from the ship’s force. Be aware of where you place your hands. Never grasp things such as cables or wires. Please be aware that the ladders on the aircraft carrier are steep and there will be walking and climbing involved in the tour. If you are claustrophobic or have other physical ailments, it may be better to forego your visit.

Minimum Age to Tour: 8 years old -- this is due to safety concerns and hazards that are naturally present on a naval ship. 

Emergency Procedures: In the unlikely event that an emergency situation arises, alarms will sound and the word will be given. You are requested to stay where you are and remain clear of all passageways and operating areas. Do not obstruct ladders, hatches, or watertight doors. Allow ship’s personnel to perform required action without interference. The member of the ship’s company in charge at the scene will explain the situation as soon as they are able.

If you are interested in taking a tour of a U.S. East Coast aircraft carrier or squadron, please complete the form below or contact:

COMNAVAIRLANT Public Affairs
Hours of Operation: M-F, 0800-1300
(757) 836-4388

ALL TOURS REQUIRE A MINIMUM THREE WEEKS' NOTICE