# Vaiņode Air Base

> Vaiņode, LV · closed

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| City | Vaiņode |
| Country | LV |
| Type | closed |
| Elevation | 158 m |
| Cargo | ❌ |
| GPS | 56.40560, 21.88690 |

## Description

Vaiņode Air Base is a former military airfield located in Vaiņode, Latvia, which historically played a significant role in air freight and logistics operations. The airport's strategic location provides excellent connectivity to vital transport networks, facilitating efficient freight movement. Although currently closed, its cargo handling capabilities were tailored to meet the needs of freight forwarders, making it a crucial location for logistics in the region. The base offered seamless access to various modes of transport, further enhancing its importance as a logistical hub. Vaiņode Air Base has a rich history that contributes to the development of air freight logistics in Latvia.

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*Freight Academy — Airport Profile: [https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/vainode-air-base-airport-34954](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/vainode-air-base-airport-34954)*

*Markdown mirror: [https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/airports/en/vainode-air-base-airport-34954](https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/airports/en/vainode-air-base-airport-34954)*

*LLM-Summary (JSON): https://www.freight-academy.com/api/v1/airports/vainode-air-base-airport-34954/llm-summary*