Torzhok (air base) (ICAO: XXXX, FAA LID: XXX) is a military airfield located in Torzhok, Russia.[2][3][4]
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Location | Torzhok |
Coordinates | 57°2′46″N 35°0′13″E[1] |
It has in residence the 344th Center for Combat Employment and Retraining of Personnel of Army Aviation.[5] The center operates the "Golden Eagles" combat helicopter aerobatic team. The 696th Regiment tests all current models and modifications of Russian military helicopters. The center uses Ka-50, Mi-8, Mi-24, Mi-26, and Mil Mi-28Н helicopters for training purposes.
In 2002 the center consisted of:[5]
The Center has a helicopter museum. Tours are organized by prior agreement with the leadership of the military unit.
Every year, the center hosts an "Open Day" for residents and guests of the city.
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