Eglin conducts munitions test off Santa Rosa Island Published Aug. 14, 2026 EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- The Air Force will conduct munitions testing off Santa Rosa Island Aug. 18-28 from 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. All vessels are required to remain clear of the active hazard zone during these tests. This zone will require the closure of an approximate 5 nautical mile long stretch across the Intracoastal Waterway, located approximately 13-18 nautical miles west of the Destin East Pass. The U.S. Coast Guard will post a notice to mariners and broadcast to Channel 16 and HF upper sideband 2182 KHZ. For information, call the 96th Test Wing Public Affairs Office at (850) 882-4485.