CoBases – US Military Bases

Category: Overseas

  • USAG Hohenfels

    From 2005, Hohenfels was a small installation with approximately 5.000 in active service, members of the family, and the civilians. The total included population: personal 2012 in active service, 670 civilians, 618 natives of the country in 618, 2.000 members of the family, and 2.500 of other persons included the scholars to what at the time it was the fight against the maneuver of training. These individuals combined for a total of 7.890 persons in the community Hohenfels. It was located in a rural zone in the condition of Bavaria. It was less than one hour in car of Nuremberg, Regensburg, and the Czech Republic.

    USAG Hohenfels Facts

    • Website: Visit USAG Hohenfels Website ›
    • Location: near the border of the Czech Republic, Germany
    • Phone: 011-49-711-680-113
    • Latitude: 52.584563
    • Longitude: 10.753928
    • DSN: 314-430-1110

    Tourist zones comoel of the Austrian Alps, Munich, or Neuschwanstein’s castle, were less than 3 hours of Hohenfels. Housing in the community military Hohenfels spread widely to end. There were neighborhoods so far away as a unit of 1 hour. Though great part of the Army of USA. Europe (USAREUR) there was reduction for the year 2005; Hohenfels continued growing and the change as part of the Army after the Cold War, largely due to the closing of other facilities and the movement of units to Hohenfels.

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    USAG Hohenfels Joint base

    USAG Hohenfels Soldier

    Soldiers trip near USAG Hohenfels

    Hohenfels Area of Formation went of approximately 45 kilometers to Grafenwoehr southwest, and was lower than 60 miles of the border with Czech Republic. It was located in Neumarkt’s County in the district of High place Palatinado, in the condition independent from Bavaria.

    The region was a part of the High place Palatinado Jura and high lands that Danube was spreading from Amberg in the north up to the river in the south. The features typical of the Jura were a mountainous area with rocky softly rounded formations, mixed forests of coniferous and of expired leaf, dry valleys and a general shortage of water resources. The cultivable land in the lowest sections between the hills is of low fertility, often cutlery of eroded rocks and limestone.

  • Panzer Kaserne

    The 6 ª Zone of Group of Support is situated in Stuttgart right in Germany, and it has a mission of providing total control, along with communications & the base operations in such a way to meet needs linked to the units assigned and joined. The principal client of the sixth ASG is the headquarters of the USA European Commands the EUCOM. The 6 ª ASG is on Army responsibility of United States of America and Europe known as the USAREUR & the 7 º Army, with headquarters in the magnificent Heidelberg!

    Panzer Kaserne Facts

    • Website: No known website for Panzer Kaserne.
    • Location: Boeblingen, Germany
    • Latitude: 48.681944
    • Longitude: 9.046111
    • DSN: N/A

    The USAREUR today keeps one ready for the combat, this is marvelous, since the force of advanced deployment totally able to provide an immediate answer in total support of the important NATO, unilateral of the USA, multilateral USA bilateral aims and the USA, produces and develops operative communication lines that are inside the EUCOM & it even fully supports all the USA commanders together with some other commanders soldiers you combine and combined with the forces and the force of task combines as be necessary

    Moreover, the specific aim of the ASG consists of making everything agreeable & memorable Stuttgart. This place is known as 1 of the most amazing cities worldwide. In addition, due to the specific locations, you can even drive and or take any train to reach Switzerland, even France or Austria and Italy, of if you like Luxembourg, or Belgium, the Netherlands so you can come in 1 day you will be able to enjoy and see local section of the community to get more info.

    Panzer Kaserne Soldiers

    Panzer Kaserne Sign

    Panzer Kaserne Böblingen

    Retreat Retirement at Panzer Kaserne Marine Base

    So, the Germany Panzer Kaserne is somehow the most oriental installation and the home of the headquarters of the Control of Support Theatre 21a. The 21 TSC serves today for high charges of logistic command USAREUR and supervises all the forms of logistic support in the European theatre. One of his subordinated principal controls, 200 Theatre of Support Command of Material Management Center also Daenner Kaserne meets in the Panzer other principal commands subordinates lodged at Rhineland of the Barrack of Artillery, Kaserne Kleber, and in the Complex Industrial Kaiserslautern [CCI].

  • USAG Mannheim

    The military community of Mannheim is in the southwest of Germany, to approximately 100 kilometers (km) / 60 miles to the south of Frankfurt already 25 miles to the northwest km/15 of Heidelberg. It contains specific indications for the personnel of coming they can be in the section that you desire.

    USAG Mannheim Facts

    • Website: Visit USAG Mannheim Website ›
    • Location: Heidelberg, Germany
    • Phone: 011-49-711-680-113
    • Latitude: 49.401929
    • Longitude: 8.680239
    • DSN: 314-430-1110

    Furthermore, the military units of the Army in the autumn of the community Mannheim, under the principal control of the army of The Europe United States (USAREUR). The mission of the units of the Army of local USA is predominantly of signs, of Transport and the Military police of support. Also the installation of military imprisonment of USA for Europe is in Coleman’s barrack.

    The total approximate assigned population is of 15.000, which it consists in: the duty of the active Army, 4.000; Air Force to owe assets, 200; members of the Army of the family, 6484; members of the family of the Air Force, 197, civil employees and members of the family, and 3.266 military pensioners of USA, 727.

    Soldiers Marching at Mannheim

    USAG Mannheim interior

    USAG Mannheim speach

    USAG Mannheim Summit

    The Military Mannheim of the Community has his original roots with the American forces of occupation immediately after the Second World War. From 1974, the mission has been that of being the only point of control for the Americans and to provide the base to support the operations of the tenant’s units in the geographical assigned area. The Military Mannheim of the USA of the Community Activity (USMCA) was consolidated by USMCA-Worms, in 1990 and was a low repatriate as the Battalion of 293nd Support Base (PAB) of 26 ª Zone of Group of Support (ASG) in 1991. The current area of the responsibility spreads more than 938 square miles, with a total of 20 facilities.  The BSB 293a admits units of all the USAREUR’s principal commands and some units are to be expanded!

  • USAG Kaiserslautern

    Kaiserslautern is located in the German State of Rhineland-Palatinado, which is in the part southwest of the country. The Rheinland-Pfalz borders on France, Luxembourg, Belgium and Sarre’s German conditions, Rhineland of the North-Westfalia, Hesse and Baden-Wurtemberg. The Military Kaiserslautern of the Community (MMC) is only because it is the biggest of the military community abroad and is a branch combined (Army – force Air) of the Community.

    USAG Kaiserslautern Facts

    Kaiserslautern, Germany is 80 kilometers to Frankfurt’s southwest, Germany and 295 kilometers to the North-East of Paris, France. The city is in the State of Rhineland-Palatinado of Germany and is a crossing way in many Europa’s parts.

    European command: USA ARMY OF EUROPA (USAREUR) Mission: Missions in times of peace – * Command of Forces of the Army of USA assigned in the Theatre * to discourage the aggression by means of the maintenance of lists for the combat, the forces of advanced opened of terrestrial combat. * To support the capacity, in relation with the nations of reception, to receive and to rest to the forces of reinforcement to enter the theatre. * To plan and to execute emergency missions as is indicated. * Make sure itself of suitable life and the conditions of work for the soldiers, the civilians and his families.

    Helicopter near USAG Kaiserslautern

    USAG Kaiserslautern TownHall

    Speech at USAG Kaiserslautern

    USAG Kaiserslautern Sign

    Missions in times of war:

    • Assigned Command the forces of USA in the theatre.
    • To coordinate the expansion and operation of lines of communication in times of war.
    • To receive and to process the forces of reinforcement and equipments.
    • To provide logistic support to the Forces of the Army of USA in the theatre.

    Control- 21 of Theatre of Support I Command the TSC Mission: The mission of 21 ª Support Theatre Command is to provide logistic support and from supply to all the elements in the European Theatre of Operations. The mission of 29 ª Zone of Group of Support is to provide for the storage and expedition of this support.

  • USAG Heidelberg

    When the Americans came in Heidelberg back March 1945, which there where intact structures historically. Heidelberg turned into house of European headquarters of the Army, 7 º Command of the Reservation of the Army, and 5 of the Headquarters of the Body.  The Kasernes Heidelberg they were constructed back in 1939- In addition a few of most respected of military units Germans parked time there, including the best Division of German Infantry. It was a question of a division of elite that it fought across very devastating ones & more important combats of 1st World war, even Russian front.

    USAG Heidelberg Facts

    When the 2nd World war ended, the Army of the USA! Thirdly with some other celebrity soldier, George Patton, who took & occupied the specific zone of Germany. So he turned into the commander of the first one into times of peace of the American forces into Heidelberg.  Today, we find like around 16.000 civil, military and familiar members at the expense of the Defense Department of life and of work in Heidelberg.

    USAG Heidelberg Soldiers with flags

    Freshman at USAG Heidelberg

    soldiers marching at USAG Heidelberg

    soldiers with families at USAG Heidelberg

    The community of Heidelberg military men at present tenant consists of 16 facilities and 30 more units. Principal commands tenant include: the Headquarters, Army of The United States of Europe and the seventh Army; Headquarters, 5 º Body, Joint Headquarters Center like formally LANDCEN, 1 of Support supervised by Personnel, Contracting and of the Headquarters of command, for naming some.

    Heidelberg is known as a great and romantic city which is situated on banks of the Neckar; it occupies today a fabulous position that astraddle on the respective door of a natural and huge entry. This is actually formed by Königstuhl & Heiligenberg (“Monte Santo”). It is dominated by the impressive castle ruins that for 5 long centuries were the residence of the electors brilliant Court Prince- At times considered like the prettiest city of Germany!

  • USAG Grafenwoehr

    Grafenwoehr is placed in magnificent Bavaria, it is near Nuremberg. When it comes to the main command, it is 7 º Command of Training of the Army with the basic mission of the formation. Moreover, there are like around 1000 individuals assigned like permanent part in Grafenwoehr. In the year 1998, the 7 º Army Command of Training (7ATC) initiated an exercise with live ammunition to train to the armored forces of work and companies in Grafenwoehr Area of Formation. This one is huge change in soil usage in terms of GTA that has totally supported the traditionally only maneuvers limited out of the road.

    Grafenwoehr Training Area Facts

    So, it has been like ninety years of interesting history of this area Formation in the Royal Army of Bavaria and even fully continued with Wehrmacht. In addition, several celebrities visited this place, including Elvis Presley, the prince of Bavaria, Rock’n’Roll is on, too!

    When it comes to training, the Grafenwoehr Are of Formation (GTA) the year 2005, is update the ranges selected in GTA with the condition of the most advanced technology of support actually fully ranges and indicates whether they are correct & realistic tactically.

    German defense minister visits USAG Grafenwoehr

    families day at USAG Grafenwoehr

    USAG Grafenwoehr

    Soldiers taking meal at USAG Grafenwoehr

    To fully achieve their goal, the principal tasks include the renovation and in terms of modifications in the Complex range of multiple uses; continuation of recapitalization of current ranges to fulfill the doctrinal procedure and tactical realism; sending of the digital systems AAR to the ranges of primary qualification.

    It improves fixed and mobile targetry, and the constant development of the CMTC-LF. The specific projects identified at present times, including a collective construction of Combined Weapon Centers of Training, the construction of a range of Aviation, etc. This is just a magnificent spot that cannot be left behind! Many tasks are going on and on in such a way to meet the highest-technological standards ever.

  • USAG Darmstadt Training Center

    It is a non-active base that was closed in 2008, as the authorities of the base was transferred to USAG Heidelberg, which is also located in Germany. The base was stationed with 22nd Signal Brigade and 66th Military Intelligence Group. There were around 9000 personnel living with their families on the base; there were approximately 4000 families living on base. The base comprised of both civilians and military personnel working for US military. The base also had a German airfield captured in 1945. There had been many changes on the base for better functioning of the base.

    USAG Darmstadt Facts

    The base is located around 30km from Heidelberg base and it comprise of number of sub-communities inside the base. The base also hosted number of US military programs; some programs are still active today while others are closed. Interestingly the base was also home to military newspaper. The base is also very near to city Frankfurt and all US military flights were strictly monitored by United States Air Force Europe.

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    Soldiers cutting cake at USAG Darmstadt

    Children works together with USAG Darmstadt soldiers

    Soldiers with flags at USAG Darmstadt

    A good feature of the base was that it had all the features of a city such as school, health care facilities, parks, recreational activities and more. The area is surrounded with mountains and greenery, which offered families living on the base with perfect environment. The base was designed similar to German architecture; some of the buildings even belonged to World Wars.

    Aschaffenburg is a city located in the north-west of Germany; it provided number of faculties to the base such as logistic services, military support and other services to families living in the area. The city also provided supplies to the base and supported number of US military operations held in the area. But after its closure the city no longer provide services to Darmstadt base and does not support military operations.

  • Campbell Barracks

    It is a major US base in Europe and it operates as US Army Headquarters for European Operations. The base is located in the city of Heidelberg in the south-west of Germany. It is also home to NATO’s Component Land Headquarters. The base played a major role in both World Wars as part of Nazi Germany. It also operated as a vital part of Adolph Hitler’s military. It also played a major role in Cold War.

    Campbell Barracks Facts

    The allied forces first entered the city in 1945 and without many efforts. The structure of the city remained intact and was not destroyed by the allied forces. Later the US base was captured that causes the regiment to move from Augsburg to Heidelberg. The US Seventh Army headquarters moved to Heidelberg in 1945 and remained there till 1946. The US Army also established an Army police to maintain law and order situations in US zones, which were disrupted due to immense war in the city.

    Talking about the role of the base in Cold War, the US forces stationed in Europe especially in Campbell Barracks in early 1990s, played vital role in the war. In 1993 the NATO headquarters in Campbell Barracks started offering its services with coalition of seven nations, which made the Campbell Barracks base as one of the most important locations during the war.

    soldiers at Campbell Barracks

    Main building of Campbell Barracks

    Campbell Barracks Areal View

    Soldiers marching with flag at Campbell Barracks

    Today the base works with collaboration of 15 NATO nations, which lead to new constructions on the base. The base also introduced new operations designed to meet new requirements of the base. The base now offers services to its allied nations stationed in Europe through NATO headquarters on Campbell Barracks.

    The base also focuses on resolving land issues, provides assistance in land operations, command and control, logistic services, training and exercise services to allied nation forces.

  • USAG Baumholder

    Baumholder is a small town in Germany and it is widely known for US base that was established during 1950s. There are around 12,000 US military personnel stationed on the base, they works on the base and moves around in the town. There are also other bases in Germany but Baumholder base offers military support to other bases as it is stationed with number of regiments and delta forces such as 5th Cavalry Regiment also known as Delta Troops. The Delta Troops have vast experience in both traditional and urban wars, they played key role in World War I and II, Afghan and Iraq War, and they are stationed around the world.

    USAG Baumholder Facts

    The base is also stationed with 170th Infantry Brigade that was especially designed to be stationed in Baumholder base. The regiment is also a part of program designed to expand US Army to around 75,000 soldiers while stationed on the base. The program is estimated to be completed till 2013. The basic purpose of the program is to establish a new regiment that is much stronger than other regiments. The newly formed regiment may return to United States by 2012 or 2013 where it may be equipped with better training and form heavier and stronger combat team.

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    families day at USAG Baumholder

    Soldiers holding flag at USAG Baumholder

    sustainability of USAG Baumholder

    The base offers all basic facilities of a small city such as health care, primary and secondary school for families living here. The Baumholder town is home to local festivals and exhibitions, which creates recreational activities for families on the base.

    The US soldiers on the base were also reported to be involved in crime activities in the town of Baumholder in 2005. The local police arrested two US soldiers from the town who were later handed over to US military; the incident severely damaged the image of the base.

  • USAG Bamberg

    The Bamberg base is also referred to as USAG Bamberg and Warner Barracks at some places. The base is located in the city of Bamberg in southern Germany. And it is also considered as one of the best US stations outside the country. The best thing about the base is that US soldiers are stationed with their families and they are provided with all the facilities of a complete city such as education, health, recreational activities and more. The base has little lack of transport facilities for families living in the area so it makes it useful to have own transport.

    USAG Bamberg Facts

    • Website: Visit USAG Bamberg Website ›
    • Location: Bavaria within the city limits of Bamberg
    • Phone: 011-49-711-680-113
    • Latitude: 49.905998
    • Longitude: 10.912336
    • DSN: N/A

    The base has been under control of US forces since after World War II. The 3rd and 45th Infantry Division played key role in capturing the area from Nazi Germany. The 3rd Infantry Division is still active but the 45th Infantry Division is not active anymore.

    In 1891 the 5th Royal Bavarian Division entered the area and built many buildings and houses, which were used during both World Wars; today some of them still stands today and are now part of historical architecture. During both wars the base was stationed with different regiments of Germany and other countries. One of the most popular regiment stationed on Bamberg base was 17th Cavalry Regiment of Germany. An airfield was built on the base in 1928, which is still in use today. Surprisingly the Bamberg has been stationed with almost all the regiments of Germany for some time.

    USAG Bamberg Soldiers

    soldier after long walk near USAG Bamberg

    Inside of USAG Bamberg

    soldiers learning at USAG Bamberg

    The US forces entered the area in 1950 and named the base as Warren Barracks, named after Henry F. Warren who also received Medal of Honor in 1945. Today the base has been divided into different groups according to regiments, combat training teams and other groups. The base has also received munitions exchanges in early years of occupation; today it is has strict operations and exercises.

  • USAG Ansbach

    Germany Ansbach is also known as USAG Ansbach and it is located in the town of Ansbach, Germany. The base has very importance as it administrates all operations of US Arm Force in the Southern region of Germany. The base is an attraction of German architecture where installation of US Forces is stationed but they do not have the permission to operate in the country. The base comprises of US Forces with their families and they have all the features of a city. Ansbach is a very beautiful town and has great features, which is perfect for training exercise. It is not a very effective base as it is designed to train and exercise in hostile conditions and terrains of Germany.

    USAG Ansbach Facts

    • Website: Visit USAG Bamberg Website ›
    • Location: middle of Bavaria in Germany
    • Phone: 011-49-711-680-113
    • Latitude: 49.300884
    • Longitude: 10.573165
    • DSN: 314-468-1500

    In 1945 the Western Allied Invasion of Germany, much of the area was captured by United States Third Army or commonly known as United States Central Army. The US Third Army used 354th Fighter Group comprising of air planes such P-47 Thunderbolt to capture the area from Nazi Germany. After the war the US Forces along NATO forces stayed in the area until the installation was divided into five different groups in Germany. Today they have upgrades their bases with more buildings such as school and library for their families, hospital and other useful facilities. The base does not have air squadrons and has no fight jet planes in the area; they only have training and exercises facilities and equipments.

    USAG Ansbach Machine

    Insane military machine at USAG Ansbach

    Army soldiers at USAG Ansbach

    soldiers on helicopter at USAG Ansbach

    Talking about facilities on the base, the base is a popular sporting area for US soldiers stationed in Germany. It also has fitness center with trained staff and offer lockers, wide range of fitness equipments and other good facilities. The base also has a bowling area with snacks bars, professional bowling shops. The base also offers outdoor sport activities such as skiing and resorts.

  • Guantanamo Bay Naval Base

    It is one of the oldest US Naval bases located in the Guantanamo Bay province of Cuba. The country is an island having a US base at the corner of the country with hills and mountains, which gives it many advantages of security. The base was opened in 1903 and it has been stationed in the area since then. According to Cuban-American Treaty, US Navy hold primary sovereignty on the area and the Cuban government has ultimate sovereignty in the area. But there have been some conflicts on the treaty between current Cuban government and United States, and they are working to solve the issues.

    Guantanamo Bay Facts

    During Spanish-American War, US Forces seek shelter from hurricane on Guantanamo Bay, and hence a US Naval base was built on the site. The site also has a detention center for personnel, which either belongs to terrorist groups or are threat to national security to United States. The detention center has been under criticism around the world but it is still in operation. The detention center is operated by US Marines and detainees are trailed under military law.

    Areal view of Guantanamo Bay Naval Base

    Areal view of Guantanamo Bay Naval Base

    Main sign of Guantanamo Bay Naval Base

    Guantanamo Bay Naval Base

    The Guantanamo Bay also serves as US Naval Base that was established during Spanish-American War. After the war the US Forces captured large area of Spain and its complete sovereignty was given to Cuban Republic except the area of Guantanamo Bay as it was already in use by US Forces for refueling. The base becomes an important location for US Forces during World War II as it become the distribution point of conveys, which were arriving from of United States.

    In 1939 the Cuban government restricted the US Naval base from number of services such as water supply. The United States paid fee for different services to keep the base running. Today the situation on US Naval base has fairly settled and it is still in operation.

  • Novo Selo Training Range

    It is also known as Novo Selo Training Range built in 1962. It is one of the most important training facilities in Bulgaria, which is used by both Bulgarian and NATO forces stationed in the country. It is a large training facility and it is located around 45km away from Bezmer Air Base, which is a major air force base. The range is also very close to port of city Burgas in the Silven province of Bulgaria. The base is widely used by NATO and US Arm forces; it is also home to numerous joint US-Bulgaria training exercises.

    Novo Selo Range Facts

    • Website: No known website for Novo Selo Range.
    • Location: Bulgaria
    • Latitude: 42.720278
    • Longitude: 26.591944
    • DSN: N/A

    The base is also used for biological and chemical weapon testing, tank shooting and reconnaissance training exercises. The range is also home to nuclear weapon testing. Infact the range is one of the widely visited training facilities by NATO and US Forces, which makes it count in one of the best training and testing ranges in countries where US Forces are stationed. The range was first used by international forces in 2004 and it is still in use. A good feature of Bulgaria Novo Selo Range is that it is surrounded by mountains and empty areas.

    Soldiers of Novo Selo Training Range at Bulgaria

    Soldiers practice at Novo Selo Training Range

    Novo Selo Training Range Areal View

    Novo Selo Training Range

    The base has also offered its services in number of wars including Cold War. The United States has invested around $60 million since 2008 in building new structures and training facilities, and it is still in construction. Infact it is the only state-of-the-art training range to support international exercises in the country.

    The base is also enlisted in Defense Cooperation Agreement that was signed between United States and Bulgaria. The agreement also includes that no more than 2500 soldiers from US Forces will be stationed in Bulgaria. And the duration of the exercise will be of limited time. The base is under the control of Bulgaria but it is usually used by international forces.

  • Graf Ignatievo Air Base

    The base is also known as Graf Igantievo Air Base and it is located in a small town of Graf Ignatievo in the city of Plodiv in Bulgaria. It is the only base of jet fighter planes commissioned with two squadrons of jet planes. The base was built in 1930 by the government of Adolph Hitler usually referred to as Nazi Germany, and it was built to support Hitler’s air force. But later the base was given to Bulgarian Air Force in 1940s. The first air squadron of Graf Ignatievo comprise of four planes, which also included bi-planes from Czechoslovak and a bomber from Poland. Later the base was provided with better planes including 12 Junkers Ju-87 dive bombers and more. But later the base was used against Nazi Germany.

    Graf Ignatievo Air Base Facts

    • Website: No known website for Graf Ignatievo.
    • Location: Plovdiv, Bulgaria
    • Latitude: 42.290278
    • Longitude: 24.713889
    • DSN: N/A

    During and after the war the air squadrons were transferred to other bases numerous times and were taken control by different countries. In result the air regiment at the base was introduced with newer and better planes after some time, and most of the planes were operated from Bulgaria Graf Ignatievo.

    Graf Ignatievo Air Base

    Overview of Graf Ignatievo Air Base

    Areal View of Graf Ignatievo Air Base

    F15 lands at Graf Ignatievo Air Base

    In 1990 many air regiments and air squadrons with different planes were disbanded at both Bulgaria Graf Ignatievo air field and former Uzundzhovo Air Base in Bulgaria. But air regiments at Uzundzhovo Air Base and Bulgaria Graf Ignatievo base were merged into one and were stationed at Bulgaria Graf Ignatievo base. Today it is the only air fighter defense base in operation. It also participates in international exercises with its remaining air crafts. There are also plans to merge 3rd Fighter Air Base the only air squadron with 22nd Ground Attack Air base in Bezmer to facilitate US Forces stationed in Bulgaria. The decision is not certain as it depends upon stationing of US Forces in Bulgaria.

  • Bezmer Air Force Base

    It is also known as Bezmer Air Force base and it is located in a small town of Yambol in Bulgaria. The base was named after Khan of Bezmar from 7th Century. The base played a small role in World War I in providing support to zeppelins, which were used to drop bombs in some countries such as Sudan, Russia and Malta. It is also home to one of the first bases of Bulgarian Air Force. The base was first commissioned with 22 Fighter Air Regiment in 1955 and later was converted to 22 Attack Air Base. Today it is serving as a base for jet planes including Sukhoi-25, which are still in use by some countries such as Iran, Ethiopia, North Korea, Sudan, Peru, Russia and more. The base is also stationed with other models of Sukhoi jet planes such Su-22M-4 and Su-22UM-3K, which have participated in number of exercises and NATO operations. There planes were widely used in number of operations such as Operation Desert Strom, Iran-Iraq war and Persian Gulf War.

    Bezmer AFB Facts

    • Website: No known website for Bezmer AFB.
    • Location: Yambol region of Bulgaria
    • Latitude: 42.454722
    • Longitude: 26.352222
    • DSN: N/A

    Today the Bulgaria Bezmer base is taking part in number of joint training exercises such as PfP (partnership for peace), which is a NATO program designed to create an environment of peace among NATO nations. The program comprises of countries such as Bulgaria, Turkey, France and more. The base offers its services and provides support to NATO programs. The base also offered its services in other joint programs such as Immediate Response 2006, which was held between United States and Bulgaria.

    Bezmer Air Force Base Planes

    Bezmer Air Force Base Planes

    Areal view of Bezmer Air Force Base

    Soldiers standing at Bezmer AFB territory

    To coop with international joint operations, the base is installed with new technological navigational and communication systems. There also plans to expand the range of the base to support planes at longer distances. The base is also ranked among the best bases in the world where US Forces are stationed, and it receives great importance by US Forces.

  • Aitos Logistics Center

    Bulgaria Aitos is also known as Aitos Logistics Center and it is located in a small town of Aitos in the republic of Bulgaria. The base is one of four bases that were established in the republic of Bulgaria through Defense Cooperation Agreement between United States and Bulgaria in 2006. The main purpose of the agreement is to promote NATO forces within the region and make black sea safer for ships passing in the sea, as there are number of pirates in the black sea. To solve this problem the United States established four bases in the republic of Bulgaria.

    Aitos Logistics Center Facts

    • Website: No known website for Aitos Logistics Center.
    • Location: Bulgaria near the central Bulgarian town of Aitos
    • Latitude: 42.7
    • Longitude: 27.25
    • DSN: N/A

    The base is primarily used to store munitions for United States Forces stationed in the country. It supplies ammunition to different parts of the country and other three bases as well. The base is divided into different sections stored with different kinds of weapons and hardware. The Bulgaria Aitos also comprise of military ammunition and hardware testing site near Aitos town named as Novo Selo Range.

    The Novo Selo Range was established in 1962 and it is currently in use by NATO forces. And it is one of the most widely visited test ranges by United States and Bulgaria Forces, and many NATO forces comes here for ammunition practicing. The base also serves as a US-Bulgaria joint operation testing range and there has been some investment by US Forces on Novo Selo Range.

    Aitos Logistics Center

    Plane lands at Aitos Logistics Center

    Logistics plane at flies over Aitos Logistics Center

    Map of US Bulgarian bases

    According to some reports there are around 2500 US soldiers stationed in Bulgaria on Defense Cooperation Agreement bases, and US soldiers are not allowed to bring their families with them in the country. Both countries are focusing on providing security in black sea, joint exercises and training. It is also agreed in the agreement that the bases will remain under control of Bulgaria. It is also agreed on the agreement that no more than 2500 soldiers will be stationed in the country and the duration of exercises will be limited.