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airfield

[air-feeld] / ˈɛərˌfild /




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The nearby U-Tapao airfield became a major base of operations during the Vietnam War.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

Matthew Hall said the plans would include extended passenger facilities, new airfield infrastructure, additional parking, and complementary airport uses including a hotel.

From BBC Aug. 25, 2026

Abu Duhur has been out of service as a dedicated military airfield since 2013.

From BBC Aug. 19, 2026

The force received reports shortly after 12:00 BST that a light aircraft travelling from an airfield in England had not arrived at Caernarfon Airport as scheduled.

From BBC Aug. 14, 2026

A great big wonderful waxing bomber’s moon was rising as she arrived at the pickup airfield, and Maddie landed just before the local squadron took off.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein




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