What happened to Bergstrom Air Force Base?

In 1990, Bergstrom ended up on a list of 75 military facilities under study for closure by the post-Cold War Base Realignment and Closure Committee. On 30 September 1993, Bergstrom was officially closed and a bond was raised for Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

When did Bergstrom AFB close?

1993
The economic contribution of the base in fiscal 1989 on a fifty-mile radius was estimated to be $343 million and on Central Texas, $533 million. On September 30, 1993, Bergstrom was officially closed. That year voters approved a bond issue for the construction of an Austin airport at the base.

Why is Austin airport called Bergstrom?

The airport and U.S. Air Force base were named after Captain John August Earl Bergstrom, an officer who served with the 19th Bombardment Group. The airport replaced Robert Mueller Municipal Airport as Austin’s main airport.

Who was Bergstrom AFB named after?

Capt. Bergstrom
ABIA stands on the foundations of the base named after Capt. Bergstrom some 70 years ago. Opening in 1999, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport carries on the legacy of Bergstrom Air Force Base.

Is Carswell AFB still open?

Carswell ceased USAF active duty operations on 30 September 1993 and was transferred to the Air Force Base Conversion Agency (AFBCA) for property distribution and reuse.

How many Air Force bases have been closed?

More than 350 installations have been closed in five BRAC rounds: 1988, 1991, 1993, 1995, and 2005.

Who owns Texas airport?

Owned and operated by the City of Austin, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is the second-fastest growing, mid-sized airport in the United States. Austin-Bergstrom is also an economic engine in Central Texas, supplying over 74,000 direct and indirect jobs in the Central Texas region.

How many Air Force bases are in San Antonio?

As home to not one, not two, but four major military installations ( Randolph AFB, Lackland AFB, Fort Sam Houston, and Camp Bullis), San Antonio is undeniably abuzz with patriotic energy, drawing in not only active duty military members, but also retirees, veterans, and civilian employees.

How many bases are in Texas?

fifteen military bases
Texas is a favorite of the military with fifteen military bases in Texas. The Marines and Coast Guard are the only branches without bases in TX. Most bases cluster around San Antonio and Corpus Christi.

Why did Carswell AFB close?

Carswell AFB was selected for closure under the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Act of 1990 during Round II Base Closure Commission deliberations (BRAC 91). As part of BRAC 91, the decision was made to relocate the 7th Bomb Wing from Carswell AFB to Dyess AFB.

How did Bergstrom Air Force base get its name?

President Johnson recommended renaming the Base after Captain John August Earl Bergstrom, who was the first Austinite killed in World War II, so in March 1943, the base became known as Bergstrom Army Air Field. When the Air Force became a separate service from the Army, the base became known as Bergstrom Air Force Base.

When did the Blackbirds first arrive at Bergstrom AFB?

VA-45 Blackbirds A-4E Skyhawk BuNo 152004, AD-11, on the ramp in a blue/grey camouflage scheme, Bergstrom AFB, 15 October 1989. Callsign below the canopy is Torch.

When did the 27th Fighter Wing move to Bergstom?

On 16 March 1949, the 27th Fighter Wing was transferred to Bergstom from Kearney AFB, Nebraska under the 8th Air Force. Operational squadrons were: Initially flying the North American F-82E/F/G Twin Mustang the wing flew the F-82E as daylight escort fighters for SAC’s Boeing B-29 Superfortresses.

What did the Bergstrom Austin Community Council do?

The Bergstrom-Austin Community Council (BACC) served as a link between the Bergstrom Air Force Base personnel and the Austin community by planning programming and events. Since the closure of the Base, the organization has worked to maintain the history of the Base.