16 Apr 2020

SNAPSHOT: COVID-19 doesn't slow down Dover AFB aerial port

16 Apr 2020

436th Maintenance Squadron mission continues despite COVID-19

The 436th Maintenance Squadron technicians still keep the mission going despite COVID-19, ensuring the C-5s of the world’s greatest Air Force are up and running.

13 Apr 2020

Snapshot: Dover DoD civilian sews masks for community

10 Apr 2020

Dover AFB Innovation Lab 3D prints face shields to fight COVID-19 spread

As the world continues to labor amidst the COVID-19 epidemic, Dover AFB has taken numerous precautions to aid in mitigating the spread of the virus and protect the community. As experts search for vaccines and other alleviating schemes, Airmen at Dover AFB have utilized available resources to provide another level of protection to those working on the base. Recently the Dover AFB innovation lab, BEDROCK, began 3D printing face shields in a continued effort to protect Airmen and community members from COVID-19 spread.

6 Apr 2020

Air Force releases guidance on use of cloth face covers

To the extent practical, without significantly impacting mission, all individuals on Department of the Air Force property, installations and facilities are required to wear cloth face coverings when they cannot maintain six feet of physical distance in public areas or work centers.

5 Apr 2020

Dover AFB adjusts base access

In an effort to ensure unit readiness, protect the community and address the COVID-19 threat, Col. Matthew Jones, the 436th Airlift Wing commander, directed new base access procedures.

24 Mar 2020

Confirmed positive COVID-19 case at Dover AFB

An Air Force member currently assigned to Dover AFB was confirmed positive for COVID-19 March 24, 2020.

22 Mar 2020

Shelter in Place ordered for Dover AFB

Due to the evolving COVID-19 situation in the local area, Col. Matthew Jones, 436th Airlift Wing commander, has issued a Shelter in Place order for Dover AFB, effective March 24, at 8 a.m. through May 15.

18 Mar 2020

Dover AFB declares public health emergency on base

Col. Matthew Jones, the installation commander, has declared an on-base public health emergency, March 18.

13 Mar 2020

Dover AFB takes precautions to mitigate COVID-19

Dover Air Force Base has taken several precautionary measures to protect base personnel from the Novel Coronavirus, or COVID-19.