Base conducts exercise Oct. 25, 26 Published Oct. 24, 2012 By 482nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs HOMESTEAD AIR RESERVE BASE, Fla -- Homestead Air Reserve Base will be in exercise mode starting Oct. 25 and 26. This is an exercise in preparation for an upcoming inspection. The local community should expect more activity, noise, and aircraft flying around the base during these days. For more information, call the 482nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs Office at (786) 415-7330 or email 482fw.pa@us.af.mil.