Naval Air Engineering Station Lakehurst, Military aerodrome in Ocean County, New Jersey
Naval Air Engineering Station Lakehurst is a naval facility with multiple runways and specialized testing spaces in Ocean County. The installation provides training areas for aviation personnel and aircraft operations relevant to carrier aviation.
The station began in 1916 as a munitions testing ground for the Russian Imperial forces and later came under American control. It evolved into a center for naval aviation training and aircraft development.
The station holds memories of the 1937 Hindenburg disaster that unfolded here. A black ground marker with yellow chains shows where the airship came down.
Access is restricted to authorized personnel and visits require advance approval. Visitors should check ahead about required documentation and procedures before arriving.
The facility tests advanced electromagnetic systems for launching aircraft that will equip future carriers. This newer technology is designed to replace the steam catapults that have long been used aboard ships.
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