NAS Meridian

Big News!

Today, Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle released the U.S. Navy Fighting Instructions, a comprehensive framework to guide how the Navy organizes, trains, equips, and fights in an increasingly contested global security environment. Read them. Understand your role. And prepare. You can access the PDFs (including a low-bandwidth version) here: https://www.navy.mil/Leadership/Chief-of-Naval-Operations/

👏 Help us to congratulate our Civilians of the Quarter (First Quarter)!👏

HOOYAH Sailors!!

NAS Meridian has returned to Force Protection Bravo. The Trusted Traveler Program is reinstated.Individuals, departments and tenant commands are to carry out actions to set Force Protection Condition Bravo per respective antiterrorism plans.

In a security emergency, you are your own first line of defense. Remember the simple steps: RUN to a safe place if you can. HIDE if you can't. FIGHT as a last resort. Personal readiness saves lives.

Supervisory Police Officer Jason Yeske uses the Drone Buster during a training exercise on board Naval Air Station Meridian, Feb. 4. Personnel from NAS Meridian’s Security Forces department received counter UAS training from contractors with the Global Operational Support and Threat (GOST) Branch of the U.S. Army’s Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) who is working with U. S. Fleet Forces to provide the training to multiple CNIC Installations. The training is in conjunction with Solid Curtain 2026.

The operation of an Unmanned Aerial System or Drone (UAS) of any size is strictly prohibited onboard NAS Meridian and Joe Williams Field at any altitude, whether the operator is located inside or outside of the installation. This prohibition includes the housing area. Anyone found onboard NAS Meridian operating a UAS or in possession of a UAS that has not been properly registered in accordance with the FAA guidelines may face disciplinary or administrative action, including but not limited to base debarment. It remains unlawful to make any photograph, sketch, picture, drawing, map, or graphical representation of naval installations or equipment without first obtaining permission of the commanding officer. Doing so may result in a fine and/or imprisonment.

Photos by MC2 Molly Tice

The Skyline has all the Base News!

Check out the February 5th edition of the NAS Meridian newspaper, The Skyline for updates, upcoming events and more!

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As part of the Solid Curtain EXERCISE, NAS Meridian has suspended the Trusted Traveler program. There will be 100% ID check of all adult occupants of vehicles entering the installation.

What is FPCON Charlie? Force Protection Condition Charlie is a high-level U.S. Navy security posture triggered when intelligence indicates a terrorist attack is likely or an incident has occurred in the area. It initiates immediate, stringent measures to "Deny" threats, including, but not limited to 100 % ID checks, restricted installation access, and increased patrols.

Additionally you can expect:
Traffic : Possible closure of certain gates, streets and parking lots
Facility Lockdown: Buildings may lock main doors and conduct ID checks.

FPCON Charlie is part of the Solid Curtain EXERCISE, no real world threat.

Listen in this morning to “Underway with NAS” to hear all about what it’s like to be a Blue Angel. CDR Brandon Hempler was a Blue Angel pilot from 2017-2020. He is now stationed at Training Air Wing One onboard NAS Meridian!

Check out FFSC events for February ❤️

Check out our February community events calendar!

FFSC continues to work with multiple departments at NAS Meridian to keep you in the know!

Reach out to 601-679-2360 to better integrate yourself at NAS Meridian!

Even during an exercise, safety is a team effort. If you see suspicious activity, don't assume it's part of the drill. Report it immediately to the Command Duty Officer. Your awareness helps keep us all safe.