Coast Guard Base Elizabeth City

Base Elizabeth City
Elizabeth City, North Carolina in  United States
Base Seal
Site information
TypeCoast guard shore installation
Owner United States Coast Guard
WebsiteOfficial website
Location
Coordinates36°15′27″N 76°11′00″W / 36.25750°N 76.18333°W / 36.25750; -76.18333
Area822 Acres (333 ha)

Coast Guard Base Elizabeth City (officially known as Base Elizabeth City) is a major shore installation of the United States Coast Guard located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The base spans 822 acres (333 ha) and hosts multiple Coast Guard commands, including Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City, a joint-use airfield with the Elizabeth City Regional Airport. It plays a significant role as the largest employer in northeastern North Carolina and serves as the center of Coast Guard aviation nationwide.

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