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Keesler Air Force Base is a United States Air Force Base near Biloxi, Mississippi that is home to the Second Air Force and the 81st Training Wing. The wing is responsible for training airmen in technical skills after their completion of basic training. A specialty area of training is in meteorology for things such as weather analysis and air traffic control. Keesler offers one of the largest technical training wings in the Air Force. The base is also home to the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit which offers training for Navy and Marines. Home buyers will find prices ranging from $200K to $250K for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Apartments and rental homes are also available at a monthly rental rate of $600 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit. Rental homes usually range from $1000 and up depending on the amenities desired.
The nearest major airport if traveling by plane is the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport. The main highway in the Biloxi area is U.S. Highway 90 which connects the city of Gulfport and points westward. Interstate 10 passes through the northern sections of the city. The Biloxi School District offers 4 elementary schools, 3 public middle schools, and a public and private high school. There are many historical landmarks in the Biloxi area, and one of the visitor attractions that highlight that history is the Tullis-Toledano Manor which is open for public viewing. There is also a 70-minute shrimping trip available between Biloxi and Deer Island, so visitors can experience the popular industry of the Deep South.
