Manises Air Base

Manises Air Base is a military aviation facility near Valencia with hangars, control towers, and maintenance facilities for the Spanish Air Force. The installation includes administrative buildings and runways that support daily flight operations.

The base was founded in 1944 and grew into a major Spanish military aviation center after World War II. It played an important role in modernizing the country's military aviation capabilities in the decades following the war.

The base maintains strong connections with Valencia's community through organized events, fostering understanding between military personnel and local residents.

Access to the base is strictly restricted and requires military authorization along with security clearance according to Spanish Air Force protocols. Most visitors without military affiliation cannot enter the grounds.

The base combines its strategic Mediterranean location with specialized training facilities, enabling rapid deployment capabilities across southern European territories.

Inception: 1944

GPS coordinates: 39.48944,-0.48167

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:02