Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is vital to our regional economy and our national defense.
Home to the 88th Air Base Wing, several essential Air and Space Force units, and the National Museum of the United States Air Force, Wright-Patt serves as an integral part of both our local community and our national security.
With over 30,000 employees and an annual contribution of $16.68 billion to our regional economy, Wright-Patt is a critical economic engine for Southwest Ohio. With each year, Wright-Patt continues to grow, adding more employment and career opportunities.
As a Senior Member of the House Armed Services committee and Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Strategic Forces, Congressman Turner provides influential leadership to ensure that our military is protected from potentially devastating cuts. During his time in Congress and with the committee, Congressman Turner has ensured that Wright-Patt continues to serve as a crucial component for our national security. These efforts are still being made, and as of July of 2020, Congressman Turner successfully advocated for $58.5 million in funding for Wright-Patt expansion and military construction projects.
Prior to Congressman Turner's election to Congress, there was no advocate for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base on the House Armed Services Committee. Congressman Turner filled that void and has successfully added approximately 10,000 jobs to the base and remains the largest single-site employer in the state of Ohio.
More on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
February 2013
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2/5/13 | Turner Statement on Air Force’s Draft Sequestration Proposal |
2/4/13 | Turner Statement on President’s Sequestration Proposal |
December 2012
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12/12/12 | Turner Appointed Chairman of the Tactical Air & Land Forces Subcommittee |
12/11/12 | Turner Meets with FAA Leadership on Unmanned Aerial System Test Site Selection |
June 2012
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6/17/12 | Turner Supports Findings of RAND Analysis on AFMC Reorganization |
6/4/12 | Turner Statement on AFMC Change of Command |
May 2012
April 2012
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4/11/12 | Turner’s Provision Officially Implemented to Allow Civilians to Attend AFIT |