The former Mitchel Air Force Base, now known as Mitchel Field, was a US Air Force base located on the Hempstead Plains of Long Island, in Garden City, New York. Although closed as an Air Force base, the facility today still has military housing, a commissary, and exchange facilities to support military families and activities in the area. As well, the 2nd Battalion, 25th Marines Reserve Infantry Battalion is headquartered nearby in Garden City, New York.