Additional information
ICAO | KVAD |
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Category | 3 |
Level | 1 |
Name | Moody AFB |
City | Valdosta |
State | Georgia |
Country | United States |
Altitude | 233 |
airport_desc | Moody Air Force Base is a key military installation situated near Valdosta, Georgia, United States. Located at an elevation of 233 feet, Moody AFB plays a vital role in the operational capacity of the United States Air Force. The base is named in honor of Major George Putnam Moody, a distinguished figure in aviation history. Moody AFB is primarily utilized for training and readiness operations under the jurisdiction of the Air Combat Command. Significant activities include the A-10C Thunderbolt II and the HH-60G Pave Hawk, as well as the training of pilots, pararescuemen, and other specialized personnel. The base also hosts several tenant units and supports various missions, both domestic and international. |