Fort Novosel army base previously known as Fort Rucker established in 1942 which is located in Dale, Alabama. It covers 63,000 acres and it serves as the primary flight training base for Army Aviation, often referred to as the Home of Army Aviation. It is situated at coordinates 31.3449° N, 85.7103° W and is named after Colonel Edmund W. Rucker, a Confederate officer.
Contact Information
Address
Novosel Street, Fort Novosel, AL 36362
Visitor Center
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Phone: (334) 255-1110
Public Affairs Office
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Phone: (334) 255-9818
Jobs
For military personnel, positions such as Helicopter Pilot, Aviation Maintenance Technician and Air Traffic Controller are available. For civilians, positions are available in Aviation Support including Mechanics and Technicians, Administrative Roles including Clerks and Analysts and Medical Staff including Nurses and Health Technicians.
Housing
On-base housing is available for military members, managed by the Family Housing Office. For those preferring to live off-base, rental options in nearby towns like Enterprise, Daleville and Ozark range from about $800 to $1,500 per month.
Medical
On-base medical services at Lyster Army Health Clinic provide essential care including primary treatments, dental, mental health and pharmacy services. For emergency services and specialized care, off-base hospitals like Flowers Hospital in Dothan and Medical Center Enterprise in Enterprise offer a wide range of treatments.
Commissary
For active duty members, retirees and their families, the Fort Novosel Commissary offers essentials and groceries including fresh produce, meats, dairy, frozen foods, health and beauty products and more at reasonable prices.
Phone Directory
Base Operator
(334) 255-1110
Command Duty Officer
(334) 255-3113
ID Card Office
(334) 255-1205
Child Development Center
(334) 255-2262
Dental Clinic
(334) 255-2367
Army Emergency Relief
(334) 255-2341
Fleet and Family Support Center/ACS Relocation Readiness
(334) 255-3735
Commissary
(334) 255-2212
Family Housing Office
(334) 255-9230
Lyster Army Health Clinic/Medical Appointments
(334) 255-7000
Emergency Operations
(334) 255-3551
Civilian Personnel Advisory Center
(334) 255-9015
Legal Assistance Office
(334) 255-3482
Post Exchange
(334) 503-9044
American Red Cross
(334) 347-2461