Besançon - Thise Airport, Civil aerodrome in Thise municipality, France.
Besancon-Thise Airport sits on a grass-covered plain at about 245 meters elevation, surrounded by open countryside. The facility features a grass runway about 970 meters long and several notable hangars built in the 1930s that still stand today.
The hangars were constructed in 1938 using modern engineering principles and served as a base for medical evacuation flights during World War II. The site came under enemy fire during the war, leaving visible marks on the structures that remain today.
Several aviation clubs use the airfield as a gathering place for flying enthusiasts and visitors interested in aviation activities. The site reflects the long tradition of recreational flying and community engagement around this location.
The airfield is most active during warmer months when flying conditions are best and more activities take place. Contact ahead to find out whether guided tours or visitor days are available so you can explore the facilities and see the hangars up close.
The hangars still display bullet holes and scorch marks from aerial bombardment during World War II, making them distinctly recognizable. Many visitors overlook that these war scars are a key reason the site earned protection as a historical monument.
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