RAF Frelando

History:
RAF Frelando was built in response to the Second World War. It was originally constructed as a temporary airstrip for small naval fighters, to free up space at RFAN Frelando.It was made a permanent base in 1946.

In 1970, it was given repairs and upgrades to strengthen the buildings.

In 2005, it was once again updated, now with optimisations for modern fighter jets and increased capacity.

Closure Plans:
There were plans to shut down the base in 2021. However, the Aldernan Ministry of Defence (MoD) instead repurposed the installation as RFAN Clareton, delivering supplies to warships at sea.

Museum:
A part of the base is now a museum, with several heritage aircraft.

HM Coastguard:
In 2018, a Westland Sea King helicopter from HM Coastguard was deployed to the base. It now serves the whole of Frelando and the islands that surround it. The helicopter often works in partnership with the RNLI base at Fishguard Harbour on the South Coast of Frelando.

AIRCRAFT STATIONED AT RAF FRELANDO