Shangqiu Air Base (εδΈ Shangqiu Airport)
Shangqiu Air Base (also εδΈ Shangqiu Airport) is an active military air base in China, operated by the People's Liberation Army Air Force. It has 1 runway (2,500 m). Home to the 57th Air Regiment, flying J-7 Fishcan.
Facility Details
| Operating Country | π¨π³ China |
| Location | π¨π³ China |
| Status | Active |
| Usage | Military only |
| Operating Organization | People's Liberation Army Air Force |
| Units & aircraft |
57th Air Regiment · J-7 Fishcan
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| Coordinates | 34.4494Β°N, 115.4594Β°E |
| Runways |
06/24 · 2,500 m (8,202 ft)
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Description
Shangqiu Airport, also known as Shangqiu Air Base, is a military air base located in Guantang Township, Liangyuan District, 16 kilometers west of Shangqiu city center in China's Henan Province. The airport was constructed in the 1930s and was historically known as Gui'de Airbase. It played a role in national defense operations during the Sino-Japanese War. During March-April 1938, the Nationalist Air Force of China's 3rd and 4th Fighter-Attack Groups were stationed at Gui'de Airbase to provide ground support for the Battle of Taierzhuang.
- AUG 142026 Updated Based aircraft recorded: J-7 Fishcan
- JUN 62026 Updated ICAO code removed
- JAN 122026 Updated Sources and cross-references refreshed
- JUL 32025 Updated Airbase data reviewed and updated