Where was the first Naval Air Station established?

• A. Norfolk, Virginia
• B. Greenbury Point in Annapolis, Maryland
• C. Pensacola, Florida
• D. Patuxent River, Maryland

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is knowing the origin point of naval aviation infrastructure. The first Naval Air Station was established at Greenbury Point, near Annapolis, Maryland. This location was chosen in the early days of naval aviation to host the initial experimental flights, aircraft assembly, and training as the Navy built its air arm. Its proximity to the U.S. Naval Academy and the oversight from Navy leadership made it an ideal starting hub for developing organized naval aviation. As the program expanded, other bases took on major roles—Pensacola became a primary training site, while Patuxent River and Norfolk grew into later milestones—but Greenbury Point holds the distinction of being the Navy’s first air station.