Welcome Aboard

MCAS New River

All Marines reporting to Marine Corps Air Station for duty during regular business hours will report to the Installation Personnel Administration Center (IPAC) (Bldg AS-201, 910 449-7268) in the uniform of the day. After regular business hours, all personnel will report to their respective Command Duty Officer either at MAG-26  449-6126, MAG-29 449-6345, or MCAS New River Air Station HQ’s bldg AS-211 449-5411). In order to be checked in you must have in your possession your Service Record Book, Health, and Dental Record, and one copy of all your previous sets of orders bringing you to MCAS New River and all receipts pertinent to your movement. Upon being checked in with the IPAC, you will then be directed by an IPAC clerk to report to your permanent command for an official reporting endorsement and further administrative processing instructions. All service members from other branches will report to their respective supporting unit detachment for an endorsement and will then report to the IPAC for further administrative processing. This will include a join audit of your Service Record and a complete a travel claim.

CNATT personnel will check in to Bldg AS-255 S-1 (ext. 6724) during normal working hours. Contact the Duty at 910-449-6725 or 910-376-1034 if checking in after normal working hours.

Business Hours: Monday – Friday: 0730 – 1630

Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Holidays: Closed

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Identification Cards & Vehicle Registration

All motorized vehicles operated aboard MCAS New River must be registered with the vehicle registration section of the Provost Marshal's Office. Permanent decals are issued at Building AS-187. Decals are not issued on weekends, holidays or during inclement weather. In addition to the motor vehicle requirements, motorcyclists, regardless of age, must have in their possession an endorsed motorcycle license from their home state or the state of North Carolina and have attended a motorcycle safety course.

  • Vehicle Decal Requirements
  • Valid Armed Forces identification card.
  • Valid state vehicle registration.
  • State operator's license.
  • Proof of valid insurance with all operator names on policy.
  • Valid motor vehicle inspection sticker.

Notarized permission from the owner is required when the vehicle belongs to a spouse or other relative.
Military members under the age of 26 must have proof of completing a Marine Corps driver's improvement course. For more information, call the Pass and ID office, Building AS-187, at (910) 449-6354.
 

 

Military identification cards and civilian employee identification cards can be obtained at the DEERS/RAPIDS office located in Building AS-120. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. For more information, call (910) 449-4774.

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Veterinarian Treatment Facility & Pet Registration

The veterinary office is located at Tarawa Terrace Housing Area, Building TT-2459. Hours of registration are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call (910) 450-1607.

 

Dogs, cats, tropical fish, guinea pigs, white mice, gerbils and caged birds are the only pets authorized in family housing. Other pets must be specifically authorized in writing by the base housing office. All pets in base housing must be registered with the Base Vet Clinic. For more information, call (910) 450 1627.

 

Expand List item 1511Collapse List item 1511  Bachelor Officer & Enlisted Quarters

Quarters are available for single or unaccompanied officers and single or unaccompanied enlisted service members in the ranks E-6 and above. Call (910) 449-5406 for more information. All service members E-5 and below must check in with their units or their duty officer.

Expand List item 1514Collapse List item 1514  Education & Schools

Child Education

On-base education is provided to children of military personnel who live in base housing.

DeLalio Elementary School provides all students kindergarten through sixth grade with varied and challenging opportunities for learning, good citizenship and community interaction. They are located at 1500 Curtis Road. For more information, call (910) 449-0601.

There are six elementary schools, one middle school and one high school supporting nearly 3,700 students throughout the Camp Lejeune/ New River complex.

In addition, Camp Lejeune Dependent Schools offer a half-day preschool program for all children who are 4 years old and living on base.

To register children in the system, parents or guardians must reside in base housing or have a letter from the Base Housing Office stating they will have base housing within 90 days. Registration is held in the summer at the school of attendance. For further information, call the Superintendent's Office at (910) 451-2461.

 

Base School Information

An information line is available for parents and students to get up-to-date information on school hours, closings and activities for the eight base schools. To access the line, call (910) 451-0995 and follow the prompts.
 

Adult Education

In-depth and comprehensive degree programs are offered by various colleges on Station, leading toward completion of an associate, baccalaureate and even a master's degree program. For information on what New River has to offer, call (910) 449-6233.

Expand List item 1510Collapse List item 1510  Household Goods

For information regarding the shipping of household goods and personal effects, call Camp Lejeune's Transportation Management Office at (910) 451-2377. The Air Station Transportation Management Office can assist in arranging personal travel only.

Expand List item 1509Collapse List item 1509  Housing

Creating communities that strengthen the quality of life for military families is the goal of Atlantic Marine Corps Communities (AMCC). AMCC encompasses more than just moving a resident in or out of their home. It's about the lifestyle we help create while families are living with AMCC. We achieve this through our strong, experienced, and accredited community-based management staff, all of whom are dedicated to the needs our residents, the military families. 

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

 

 

Should you have any questions, please call or visit us at:

 

AMCC Leasing Center & Knox Cove Community
43 Inchon Street
Tarawa Terrace, NC 28543
Phone: 910-219-6451

Berkeley Manor/Watkin's Village Community Center
6498 Bicentennial Avenue
Camp Lejeune, NC 28547
Phone: 910-219-6410

Paradise Point Community Center
6498 Bicentennial Avenue
Camp Lejeune, NC 28547
Phone: 910-219-6420

Tarawa Terrace Community Center
5671 Tarawa Blvd.
Camp Lejeune, NC 28543
Phone: 910-219-6440

Midway Park Office
4050 Cail Drive
Midway Park, NC 28544
Phone: 910-219-6380

New River Community Center
1010 Curtis Drive
Jacksonville, NC 28540
Phone: 910-219-6460

 

Creating communities that strengthen the quality of life for military families is the goal of Atlantic Marine Corps Communities (AMCC). AMCC encompasses more than just moving a resident in or out of their home. It's about the lifestyle we help create while families are living with AMCC. We achieve this through our strong, experienced, and accredited community-based management staff, all of whom are dedicated to the needs our residents, the military families. 

At our Leasing Center, we strive to provide incoming service members and families with the most up-to-date information and housing needs. We recommend that you visit us at the Leasing Center to get more information about homes and communities on MCB Camp Lejeune or MCAS New River.

 

Should you have any questions, please contact us via email at leasingcl@atlanticmcc.com or visit us at:

AMCC Leasing Center

43 Inchon Street
Tarawa Terrace, NC 28543
Phone: 910.219.6451
Fax: 910.219.6424

Expand List item 1515Collapse List item 1515  Personal Weapon Registration

All residents of staff and officer housing must register personal weapons stored at their residence with the Provost Marshal's Office. Personnel living in the bachelor enlisted quarters or the bachelor officer quarters are not permitted to store their personal weapons in their rooms. When registering a weapon, the weapon itself should not be taken to the PMO. Please bring in the weapon make, model, caliber, serial number and barrel length. A background check will be conducted to determine if the individual is authorized to possess a weapon. PMO is located in Building AS-302. Hours of registration are 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For more information, call (910) 449-6113.

Expand List item 1520Collapse List item 1520  Aquatics

MCAS New River's pools are usually open Memorial Day to Labor Day. For exact dates and times please visit our website, http://www.mccsnr.com. Pools are available Tuesday through Sunday, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. for special events and private parties.

 

Station Pool            (910) 449-4307

 

 

  • The Station Pool is larger than the family pool and is also used as a training facility for the troops. For those who want to dive right in, we have a diving board and pool depths from 4' to 11' 9". Whether it be for lap swim or just recreational swim, you are sure to have a good time at this pool during the summer months.

Family Pool          (910) 449-6231

 

As a zero depth entry pool, this pool is geared more toward families with small children. The pool has a max depth of 5' 5". The Family Pool is a plaster pool, water shoes are highly encouraged. Young children are required to wear swim pants and/or rubber pants.

Expand List item 1518Collapse List item 1518  Hunting

Individuals wishing to hunt aboard the Station must possess a North Carolina hunting license and a military hunting license. For information, call (910) 449-0108.

Expand List item 1517Collapse List item 1517  Marina

(910) 449-6578
Our Marina offers dry storage, boat slips, watercraft rentals, primitive camp sites and so much more. Drive down to the water take a look around and chat with our knowledgeable staff. We recommended patrons call ahead due to the ever-changing Carolina weather; we have to roll with the tide. The Marina also operates under seasonal hours during fall and winter.

Anyone under the age of 26 operating a vessel powered by a 10 horsepower or greater motor on public waterways must complete an approved boater safety course. Vessel operators must be able to show compliance upon request of a law enforcement officer. If you plan to rent one of our watercraft please plan ahead and make sure you complete the approved safety courses. If you have questions, please contact the Marina staff before heading out on the water.

If you intend on fishing during your stay please make sure you have the appropriate licenses. Fishing licenses may be purchased at the MCX Lejeune Annex and Wal-Mart. A base fishing license authorizes the user to fish only in base ponds and can be purchased on Lejeune at the MCX Annex.

Expand List item 1519Collapse List item 1519  Youth Sports

            (910) 449-6714
 
The Marine Corps Air Station New River Youth Sports, an affiliate of Camp Lejeune's Youth Sports, is designed to offer dependent youth of active duty and retired military, DoD and MCCS employees a variety of opportunities to participate in organized sporting activities. We encourage children to develop enthusiasm for participation, which becomes the foundation for life-long interests in personal fitness and good health. We emphasize individual and team effort, good sportsmanship and fun. Start your children on the path to success via our Youth Sports program.

Expand List item 13778Collapse List item 13778  Commissary

The New River Commissary is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and is closed on Sunday. Call (910) 449-6395 for more information. There is also a commissary located at Camp Lejeune. They can be reached at (910) 451-5071. To reach the food inspector, call (910) 451-2074.

Expand List item 13779Collapse List item 13779  Exchange

The Marine Corps Exchange is located next to the New River Commissary. It carries items such as snacks, liquor and beer, as well as some uniform items. They can be reached at (910) 449 0539. The main exchange complex is located next to the Camp Lejeune Commissary and carries all of the above, plus clothing, furniture and other items. They can be reached at (910) 451-5030.

The MCAS New River Main Gate, located on Curtis Rd., is open seven days a week, 24 hours a day. The Douglass Gate, south of the main gate on N.C. Highway 17 is open Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and closed on all federal holidays.

All permanent personnel Marines reporting into MCAS New River will first check in with the IPAC Inbound Branch where they will receive a reporting endorsement/stamp.  Marines who report after normal working hours will check-in with and be issued a reporting endorsement/stamp from the MCAS Command Duty Officer (Bldg. AS211, 1st Deck) then be required to check in with the IPAC Inbound Branch no later than 0800 the following business day.  The uniform for check in at IPAC is the uniform of the day.  The Service “A” uniform is required when checking in with the CDO and at the gaining command.  It is both the individual and command’s responsibility to ensure that all Marines ordered to report to MCAS New River physically check into IPAC/Station CDO no later than the date and time specified on their PCS orders, and prior to reporting to their work centers.  It is the Marine’s responsibility to ensure that the IPAC audit clerk receives all original PCS orders, endorsements, and travel receipts to conduct a proper audit.  Travel claims cannot be submitted without required documents.

Other service personal and civilians assigned to MCAS New River do not report to IPAC.  The respective S1 will join them into MCTFS via MOL.

The Inbound Branch will process requests for advance pay and Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) Own Right (Staff Sergeant’s only), and BAH rates at locations other than Permanent Duty Station (PDS) for qualifying newly joined.

The DMR deduction will be started for all who are not authorized to mess separately.  If not indicated on a command approval letter signed by the respective unit’s Commanding Officer the DMR deduction will be started regardless of MOS/billet until a NAVMC 10522 is received from the gaining command.   Ensure NAVMC 10522’s are signed respectively in accordance MCO 10110.47.

For further questions call IPAC at (910) 449-7835/7724 or contact the respective Command Duty Office listed below:

Marine Air Group-26
(MAG-26) -  Bldg. AS-217   (910) 449-6126

Marine Air Group-29
(MAG-29) -  Bldg. AS-4122  (910) 449-6345

CNATT Unit Logo

Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training
(CNATT) - Contact the Duty at 910-449-6725/910-376-1034

MCAS New River Patch

MCAS New River Air Station    
(HQ) Bldg AS-211   (910) 449-5411
 

 

Pass and Registration is located at the MCAS New River Visitor Center located in Building AS-187, adjacent to the MCAS New River Main Gate on Curtis Road. The visitor center is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and is closed on weekends and federal holidays. Building AS-187 provides parking for customers, up to one hour. After one hour, your vehicle will be towed and stored off base at your own expense.

Active duty service members, dependents, civilian employees and contractors are required to register their vehicle(s); retirees are highly encouraged but not required to register their vehicles.

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Expand List item 13781Collapse List item 13781  Vehicle Registration

Active duty service members, dependents, civilian employees and contractors are required to register their personally owned vehicles/motorcycles within 30 days of arrival. Please review the chart below for specific requirements.

Please note the original documentation is required.

MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

Vehicles

• Driver’s License
• DoD identification card
• State vehicle registration
• Proof of liability insurance (must meet NC minimum of 30/60/25)
• Driver's Improvement Course certificate (active duty under age 26)
 
NOTE: Reservists must present a command authorized letter.

Motorcycles  

• All of the above vehicle requirements
PLUS
• Motorcycle Safety Foundation Course certificate
• Motorcycle endorsement on Driver’s License

 

Note: If you are scheduled to take the Motorcycle Safety Foundation course on base, you are permitted a 3 day pass (day prior to course, day of course and day after course). Once the Motorcycle Safety Foundation Course is completed, motorcycle riders must get a motorcycle endorsement on their license.

Rental Car Passes

• ID card and Driver’s License
• Rental Agreement

 

 

For more information on base access and vehicle registration requirements, please review:

Monday through Friday

7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Weekends & Holidays: Closed

Phone Number: (910) 449-5040

Email: newrivervisitorcenter@usmc.mil

Expand List item 13780Collapse List item 13780  Visitor Passes

Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River has implemented the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) to facilitate a secure and efficient means of accessing the installation. DBIDS ensures the protection of active duty personnel, family members and civilian employees while allowing controlled access to authorized patrons, contractors, vendors and sponsored visitors.

Expand List item 13782Collapse List item 13782  Mission

The mission of the Voter Registration Program is to provide all military members, civilians, and eligible family members with voting information and assistance to ensure they have the opportunity to exercise their right to vote.

If you have questions about voting, registering to vote, polling places, or how to cast your ballot, contact the voting officer listed below. Remember, every vote counts.

The points of contact, documents, and references on this page are provided to assist you with navigating the voting process for the elections for which you are eligible.

Location: Building AS-120, Room 130
MCAS New River, N.C.
Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Voting Assistance Officer: (910) 449-5476
(910) 449-7831
vote.mcasnewriver@usmc.mil

 

Expand List item 13783Collapse List item 13783  Points of Contact
IVA Officer, MCAS New River: (910) 449-5476
(910) 449-7831
DSN 752-5476
VAO, H&HS: (910) 449-6115
DSN 752-6115 
Mailing Address: Voting Assistance Officer
Commanding Officer
PSC Box 21001
Jacksonville, NC 28545-1001
   

 

Expand List item 13784Collapse List item 13784  Resources
Expand List item 13785Collapse List item 13785  Federal Voting Assistance Websites
Expand List item 13786Collapse List item 13786  Election Guidance
Expand List item 13787Collapse List item 13787  IVAO & VAO Resources