MacDill Air Force Base Info: There’s An App For That

TAMPA, FL — Tampa Bay area military families and community members who want to stay on top of news and information out of MacDill Air Force Base will find there’s now an app for that. The 927th Air Refueling Wing released its own mobile app this month.

The “927 ARW” app is available for Apple and Android devices. While it provides a lot of information geared toward service members, those in the general community may also find it useful.

"We designed this app with three distinct audiences in mind," Capt. Joe Simms of the 927th said in a statement. “We're targeting airmen and their families, local and national media outlets, and the civilian community looking for more information on MacDill AFB and the Air Force Reserve."

Airmen and their families will find the app offers information on organizations available to provide health and welfare support. In addition, information about the services provided at MacDill for current and retired military can also be found via the app.

Community members and media will find biographies available on wing leadership, along with news stories, photos and video. A “Learn More” tab also provides information about the Air Force and other branches of the military in addition to base-specific facts.

The app’s creation came out of talks about how the wing’s public affairs office might better serve military families and the community.

"After multiple conversations with our Airmen and the local community, we saw there was a need that wasn't being met through the traditional public websites and social media," Simms said. "We live in a mobile society now and people need readily accessible information at their fingertips. I think this app provides the end user with the tools and information they need in a format that's easy to understand."

The app also provides weather and traffic updates and a link for sending photos and videos directly to the public affairs office.

The new app can be found in the Apple App Store and on Google Play. Just search for “927 ARW.”

Photo courtesy of MacDill Air Force Base’s 927th Air Refueling Wing’s Facebook page