Hunter Army Airfield

In Savannah, Georgia, Hunter Army Airfield (HAAF) is a vital military airfield subsidiary of Fort Stewart. Established in September 1929, it played a significant role as a helicopter training site during the Vietnam War. Currently, HAAF hosts aviation units of the 3rd Infantry Division from Fort Stewart and accommodates around 5,500 service personnel.

Base Operator:
(912) 767-1411

Address:
Horace Emmet, 685 Wilson Boulevard
Savannah, GA 31409

What Kind of Military Base is Hunter Army Airfield?

Hunter Army Airfield stands out with its 11,375-foot runway, expansive 350-acre aircraft parking, a 72,000 square foot A/DACG Facility, and an adjacent railhead.

Hunter Army Airfield Housing

Hunter AAF provides on-post living. Balfour Beatty Communities manages the housing. Living areas span over five neighborhoods with options from 2-4 bedrooms in various styles. There are no mobile home parks are on-site, and the government offers no leased community housing for soldiers.

Applying for Housing

1. Applications can be accessed and submitted online. Alternatively, you can print the application from the website and fax it to our office.
2. When you arrive at Fort Stewart, bring the following to the housing office: military I.D., Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), copy of orders, and the DEERS form or birth certificates for all residing children.
3. Rent is set to match the soldier’s basic housing allowance (BAH) for their rank.

Hunter Army Airfield PCS and TDY Lodging

IHG Army hotels manages the temporary Lodging at Hunter Army Airfield. If you’ll need temporary housing, go to the Holiday Inn Express. You can book a room by calling 912-355-1060.

What is the BAH for Hunter Army Airfield?

Check to see what the Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) is in Georgia.

SAVANNAH, GA BAH Rates

Military Housing Area: GA077

Grade	With Dependents	Without Dependents
E01	$2,181	$1,788
E02	$2,181	$1,788
E03	$2,181	$1,788
E04	$2,181	$1,788
E05	$2,340	$1,935
E06	$2,556	$2,037
E07	$2,583	$2,187
E08	$2,610	$2,388
E09	$2,712	$2,442
W01	$2,574	$2,139
W02	$2,595	$2,385
W03	$2,637	$2,451
W04	$2,742	$2,556
W05	$2,877	$2,589
O01E	$2,586	$2,337
O02E	$2,628	$2,430
O03E	$2,760	$2,547
O01	$2,373	$2,022
O02	$2,553	$2,292
O03	$2,634	$2,475
O04	$2,922	$2,574
O05	$3,129	$2,592
O06	$3,156	$2,613
O07	$3,180	$2,661

For more information, look at BAH rates by state or calculate your exact BAH rate.

Hunter Army Airfield, Georgia Surrounding Area

Savannah boasts a blend of historical charm, splendid architecture, and diverse cultural activities, offering military families an economical living option. Most notably the It’s also home to towering oak trees draped with a plant resembling Spanish moss. The historical architecture of the city also captivates those who visit the region.

Healthcare

Tuttle Army Health Clinic, on the installation, provides care to active duty soldiers, their families, retirees, and their dependents. Note: Hunter Army Airfield does not have emergency room care. If Tuttle Clinic doesn’t offer specific care, patients can usually access it at Winn Army Community Hospital in Fort Stewart. For further details, dial 912-315-6500.

Childcare

HAAF offers several options for childcare. It has at least four Child Development Centers on post. With most of them providing full day care for infants, toddlers, preschooler and school-aged children. There is also a program that offers school year program from students.

Schooling

While HAAF lacks DoDEA schools, Savannah and its vicinity feature multiple public and private institutions. The main public school districts include Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, Effingham County Schools, and Bryan County Schools.