Fort Novosel
ABOUT
Fort Novosel is a U.S. Army installation in southeast Alabama's Wiregrass region, surrounded by the communities of Enterprise, Daleville, and Ozark, with Dothan a short drive away. As home of the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence and the Army Aviation Branch, it is where the Army trains its aviators and is the heart of the local economy. The area offers small-town charm, affordable living, and a strong military-friendly culture, along with a humid subtropical climate of warm summers and mild winters, and the Alabama and Florida Gulf beaches within a couple of hours' drive.
Why Choose Fort Novosel
Home of Army Aviation. Wiregrass Hospitality. A Place to Belong.
Fort Novosel is the home of Army Aviation, set in the friendly Wiregrass region of southeast Alabama. Whether you're arriving on PCS orders, training at the Aviation Center of Excellence, or ready to settle down for good, the surrounding communities make it easy to feel at home.
- Home of the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence, with a stable, mission-driven local economy
- Welcoming communities nearby, including Enterprise, Ozark, Daleville, and Dothan
- Housing options for every budget, with room to spread out and a lower cost of living than many larger markets
- Local schools, plus Enterprise State Community College and Wallace Community College nearby
- Small-town dining, shopping, and events, with the larger amenities of Dothan close by
- Outdoor recreation, from Lake Tholocco to the Army Aviation Museum, with Gulf Coast beaches within a couple of hours
With a community that honors service and a relaxed, Southern pace of life, it's easy to see why so many military families and civilians are proud to call this area home.
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Living Near Fort Novosel
Fort Novosel is nestled in the Wiregrass region of southeast Alabama, where small-town charm meets a strong military tradition. Housing is generally affordable, commutes are short, and military families find plenty of choices both on and off post.
- Range of housing options, from on-post homes to neighborhoods in Enterprise, Daleville, Ozark, and Dothan
- Affordable cost of living compared to many other military communities
- Short commutes to the gates from many nearby communities
- Strong local economy anchored by Army Aviation, healthcare, agriculture, and manufacturing
- Mild winters, warm summers, and a long outdoor season, with Gulf Coast beaches within a couple of hours
- Friendly, close-knit community with deep appreciation for service members and their families
The Fort Novosel area offers a variety of educational options, including several public school systems, private schools, and respected community colleges and universities. Families can choose the setting that best fits their needs, and service members and spouses have opportunities to keep learning.
- Multiple public school systems nearby, including Enterprise City, Daleville City, Ozark City, Dale County, and Dothan City
- On-post schools serving military families, plus private and faith-based K–12 options
- Enterprise State Community College and Wallace Community College Dothan close to post
- Troy University and other degree programs for service members, veterans, and military spouses
- School liaison support to help military families with moves and transitions
From aviation history to Southern small-town festivals, the Wiregrass region has something for every interest. Whether you love the outdoors, history, or good Southern food, there is always something new to explore in every season.
- Tour the U.S. Army Aviation Museum, one of the largest collections of Army aircraft in the world
- See the Boll Weevil Monument and the shops and restaurants of downtown Enterprise
- Fish, boat, and camp at Lake Tholocco and nearby lakes and parks
- Visit Dothan's Landmark Park, botanical gardens, and the National Peanut Festival
- Take a day trip to the white-sand beaches of Panama City Beach, Gulf Shores, or Destin
