air bases

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Air bases are military installations where aircraft are stationed, maintained, and deployed.

The term typically refers to facilities operated by air forces rather than naval aviation.

An air base includes runways, hangars, fuel storage, and support infrastructure: The bombing campaign launched from air bases in the region.

Also spelled as one word: airbases.

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