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Air Bases ·🇵🇹 Portugal

Monte Real Air Base (Air Base No. 5)

Monte Real Air Base (also Air Base No. 5; ICAO LPMR) is an active military air base in Portugal, operated by the Portuguese Air Force. It has 1 runway (2,743 m). Home to the 201 Squadron, the 301 Squadron, the 51st Operational Group.

Facility Details

Summary
Operating Country 🇵🇹 Portugal
Location🇵🇹 Portugal
Status Active
UsageMilitary only
Year built1957
Operating OrganizationPortuguese Air Force
Units & aircraft
201 Squadron301 Squadron51st Operational Group
Location & Technical Details
Coordinates39.8283°N, -8.8875°E
Elevation26 m (85 ft)
IATA codeQLR
ICAO codeLPMR
Runways
01/19 · 2,743 m (8,999 ft) · Concrete
Websitewww.emfa.pt/unit-18-air-base-5
Map
Map of Monte Real Air Base
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  1. 82 km Ota Air Base Closed
  2. 118 km Sintra Air Base
  3. 126 km Montijo Air Base
  4. 206 km Talavera la Real Air Base · 🇪🇸 Spain
  5. 211 km Beja Air Base
Related
All Military Air Bases Portugal Air Bases
Operating forces
🇵🇹 Portugal Portugal Air Force

Description

Monte Real Air Base, officially Air Base No. 5, is a Portuguese Air Force air base at Monte Real in Leiria District. Opened in 1959, it has long served as the main operating base for Portugal's jet fighter force. The base currently hosts the Portuguese Air Force's two F-16 Fighting Falcon squadrons and remains central to national air defense operations.

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Latest Data Updates
  1. AUG 132026 Updated Runway records recorded, with elevation, airport codes and official website
  2. APR 102026 Created Page created: Monte Real Air Base