RAF Kuala Lumpur, Royal Air Force base in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
RAF Kuala Lumpur was a military airfield featuring a runway, terminal buildings, and hangars for aircraft maintenance and operations. The base contained all necessary infrastructure to support regular flight operations and aircraft servicing.
The base was established in 1931 and played a strategic role during the Malayan Emergency. It supported military operations through supply missions and transport flights for troops.
The station maintained strong connections between British and Malaysian military forces, facilitating the transfer of aviation expertise and operational knowledge.
The base was located roughly three kilometers from the city center and featured facilities such as swimming pools and cinemas. Military personnel had access to accommodation areas and recreational facilities on site.
During the 1950s, the single runway recorded the highest number of aircraft movements of any airfield globally. This remarkable achievement highlighted the base's exceptional capacity for flight operations during that period.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
