George Air Force Base, Military installation in Victorville, California, United States.
George Air Force Base is a former military installation in the Mojave Desert near Victorville that operated aircraft training and operations for decades. The site now functions as Southern California Logistics Airport, with various aviation companies and technical training facilities spread across the sprawling grounds.
The facility began in 1941 as Victorville Army Airfield, training pilots and bombardiers during World War II for combat operations. After the war, it was transformed into George Air Force Base and served as an active military training and operational center through the Cold War era.
The base employed over 5,000 military and civilian personnel, creating a strong military community that influenced the development of Victorville.
Visitors can explore the grounds and view aircraft operations, with some areas accessible for tours while others require advance permission from facility management. Weekday visits offer better chances to see active aviation work and technical training in progress.
The base was home to advanced aircraft testing and development programs during the Cold War, with some of the earliest jet fighters evaluated and refined on these runways. Walking the grounds today, you can still spot remnants of specialized military hangars designed for experimental aviation work.
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