Joint Base Langley-Eustis/ Langley AFB
Base Background
Langley Air Force Base, established in 1916, is one of the oldest continuously active air bases in the world. Originally developed as a joint airfield and testing ground for the Army, Navy, and National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA)—the predecessor to NASA—it played a key role in early aviation advancements. In 2005, the Base Realignment and Closure Commission (BRAC) merged Langley AFB and Fort Eustis, forming Joint Base Langley-Eustis (JBLE). Both bases hold a rich military history and continue to support vital Air Force operations today.
Known Toxins
The following chart outlines the medical conditions associated with toxic exposure at this base, classified by the strength of evidence required (strong, good or limited).* Please keep in mind that it is not a complete list.
| Toxin | Potential Effects | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong | Good | Limited | ||
| PFAS (Firefighting Foam) | Potential Effects | - | - | Testicular cancer, Renal (kidney) cancer, Prostate cancer |