AFB Bloemspruit

AFB Bloemspruit

AFB Bloemspruit is an airbase of the South African Air Force. It is co-located with Bloemfontein Airport, and shares its runways.

The base motto is "Ex Unite Pax", ("Peace Through Unity").

The unit is also responsible for maintaining the military airstrip at Vastrap, near Upington.

Units Hosted

* 16 Squadron - Attack helicopter squadron
* 87 Helicopter Flying School - Helicopter training squadron
* 106 Squadron - Light transport reserve
* 107 Squadron - Light transport reserve
* 506 Squadron - Security services

External links

* [http://www.af.mil.za/bases/afb_bloemspruit/ AFB Bloemspruit] Official Website


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