Hill Air Force Base exterior near BLDG 1205 in Ogden, Utah
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BLDG 1205

Robed Figure Apparition at Hill Air Force Base

, Ogden, UT

Age

18+ (Military installation — restricted access)

Cost

Free

No public access

Access

Limited Access

Military installation

Equipment

No Photos

Est. 1940 · 1940 Base Establishment · Major Ployer Peter Hill Memorial · World War II Aircraft Maintenance · B-17 and B-24 Operations · Cold War Aerospace Infrastructure

Hill Air Force Base originated from the U.S. Army Air Corps initiative to establish a permanent depot in the Salt Lake City region. Congressional appropriations in July 1939 allocated $8.0 million for construction of the Ogden Air Depot. Groundbreaking ceremonies occurred January 12, 1940, though construction had already begun. A combined Works Progress Administration and defense funding totaling $30 million supported the facility's construction.

The base was named in honor of Major Ployer Peter Hill of the U.S. Army Air Corps, who died in 1935 while test-flying NX13372, the original B-17 Flying Fortress prototype—an aircraft that would become central to American air power during World War II. Hill Field officially opened November 7, 1940.

Rapid expansion characterized the base's World War II era. Four 7,500-foot runways were completed by September 1941. By 1943, base construction was substantially complete. Aircraft maintenance and depot supply operations began in mid-1941, followed by B-17 overhaul in April 1942. In February 1943, a B-24 assembly line opened, adding to the base's industrial capacity.

On February 5, 1948, following the establishment of the United States Air Force as an independent military branch, Hill Field was redesignated Hill Air Force Base. The base served as a critical aerospace maintenance and supply facility throughout the Cold War and into the contemporary era. BLDG 1205 was constructed as part of the base's extensive infrastructure development and remains one of its operational structures.

Sources

  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hill_Air_Force_Base
  • https://www.uen.org/utah_history_encyclopedia/h/HILL_AIR_FORCE_BASE.shtml

Plan Your Visit

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Military Base Exterior View

Hill Air Force Base is a secure military installation with restricted public access. BLDG 1205 cannot be visited by the general public. View the base perimeter from public roadways only.

Duration:
20 min

Sources & Further Reading

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  1. 1.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hill_Air_Force_Base
  2. 2.uen.org/utah_history_encyclopedia/h/HILL_AIR_FORCE_BASE.shtml

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is BLDG 1205 family-friendly?
The paranormal reports lack graphic content or threatening scenarios. The apparition is described as speaking in an unknown language/name rather than demonstrating aggression. Military facility context makes it inaccessible to families for exploration. Overall family fit: Moderate.
How much does it cost to visit BLDG 1205?
No public access This location is free to visit.
Do I need to book in advance?
No advance booking is required, but checking availability is recommended.
Is BLDG 1205 wheelchair accessible?
BLDG 1205 has limited wheelchair accessibility. Terrain: Military installation.