Boufarik
Summary
| Operating Country | 🇩🇿 Algeria |
| Location | 🇩🇿 Algeria |
| Status | ◉ Active |
| Usage | Military only |
| Operating Organization | Algerian Air Force |
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Location & Details
| Coordinates | 36.5458°N, 2.8761°E |
| Elevation | 102 m (335 ft) |
| ICAO code | DAAK |
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Description
Boufarik Air Base is an Algerian Air Force installation located near Boufarik, Algeria. During the Second World War, Charles de Gaulle arrived at the site on 3 May 1943 from Gibraltar and remained based in Algeria until mid-1944.
The base is operated by the Algerian Air Force and houses the service's air transport fleet. It functions as the primary station for units operating Ilyushin Il-76 transport aircraft.