Châteaudun Air Base

Châteaudun Air Base is a military aviation facility in Eure-et-Loir spread across a large area with multiple runways designed for various aircraft operations. The infrastructure includes extensive hangars and control facilities built to support continuous flight operations.

The site started as an ammunition storage facility in 1915 and later became a military air base that served aviation operations for many decades. Its transition away from military use in the early 2010s marked a significant change in its role.

The site honors a French aviation pioneer from World War II through its official name, reflecting the region's deep connection to flight history. Visitors walking through the facility sense this link to France's aviation past.

The site is accessible by rail connections to Paris, making it relatively easy to reach. Visitors should understand that the grounds were designed for active flight operations and are laid out accordingly.

The grounds hold a collection of historic military aircraft stored in a dedicated facility. This collection is planned to become the foundation for a future national fighter aircraft museum.