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Baledogle Airfield Somalia Military Patch

Written by USDOD Coins | Jun 24, 2022 8:58:27 PM

 

Baledogle Airfield, also known as Wanlaweyn Airstrip is a military airbase located in the district of Wanlaweyn in Lower Shabelle region of Somalia. It is situated approximately 60 miles northwest of Mogadishu, halfway to Baidoa.

Formerly known as Beledai Amin Airfield, it was lengthened to 10,500 feet and paved in 1975. The airport served as a base for the Somali Air Force. During the UNOSOM II intervention, the airport was home to elements of the US 10th Mountain Division. It is currently used by multi-national forces including the United States which operates drones against Al-Shabaab militants.