History of NOAA Hurricane Hunters in Timeline

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NOAA Hurricane Hunters

The NOAA Hurricane Hunters are a fleet of aircraft operated by the United States National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for hurricane reconnaissance. These specialized planes fly directly into hurricanes, gathering crucial operational and research data for forecasters and scientists. Beyond hurricane monitoring, the Hurricane Hunters support diverse research initiatives, including ocean wind studies, winter storm research, thunderstorm analysis, coastal erosion assessments, and air chemistry investigations, contributing significantly to atmospheric and environmental science.

January 1993: AOC Relocation to MacDill AFB

In January 1993, the Aircraft Operations Center (AOC) moved to Hangar 5 of MacDill AFB.

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June 2017: AOC Relocation from MacDill AFB

In June 2017, the Aircraft Operations Center (AOC) moved from Hangar 5 of MacDill AFB.

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2030: WC-130J Hercules Enters Service

In 2030, the WC-130J Hercules, which is a replacement for the WP-3D Orion, is expected to enter service. This new aircraft is expected to accommodate larger science payloads and will be equipped with updated instrumentation.

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