Creil Air Base

Base aérienne 110 Creil is a French military airbase located 18 km from the city of Creil in the Oise department of northern France. Established in 1909, the airbase has been an important strategic air hub for France for many decades. During World War II it was home to a squadron of the French Air Force, and in the years since it has become a mainstay of French military air operations. The airbase is equipped with a variety of aircraft, ranging from transport and support helicopters to fighter jets and bombers. It is also home to a large number of personnel, from maintenance and administrative staff to pilots and aircrew. Base aérienne 110 Creil is an invaluable asset to France's air defense forces, providing the country with a strong aerial presence and a strategic forward-operating base. From its illustrious history to its modern-day importance, the airbase plays an essential role in protecting and defending France's airspace.