RAAF Base Tindal

RAAF Base Tindal is a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) base located about 25km west of Katherine in the Northern Territory. The base is home to the No. 3 Squadron and No. 2 Operational Conversion Unit, and is part of the RAAF's Northern Region. It provides air support for defence operations, training and exercises. The base is equipped with a runway, taxiways, hanger facilities, maintenance areas, and lodgings. Along with RAAF Base Curtin in Western Australia, it is one of the two primary airbases in the region. RAAF Base Tindal is a vital port of call for Australia's defence forces, and its strategic location has made it a key military hub for operations in the Northern Territory and the Top End. It plays an important role in the country's defence and security, and frequently contributes to international missions and exercises. Moreover, the base provides an important source of employment for the local community, and contributes to the local economy.