Additional information
ICAO | EGDY |
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Category | 3 |
Level | 1 |
Name | Yeovilton |
City | Yeovilton |
State | |
Country | United Kingdom |
Altitude | 75 |
airport_desc | Royal Naval Air Station (RNAS) Yeovilton, located in Yeovilton, United Kingdom, serves as a key facility for the British Royal Navy. Situated at an altitude of 75 feet, this military airbase plays a crucial role in naval aviation training and operations. It hosts a variety of fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, including the renowned Fleet Air Arm. In addition to providing essential training for navy pilots and aircrew, RNAS Yeovilton supports search and rescue missions, air displays, and other military functions. The air station is integral to the Royal Navy's readiness and operational excellence, contributing significantly to the United Kingdom's defense capabilities. |