Sumsk (air base)

Sumsk Air Base is a former military airfield located near Sumsk, Ukraine. Its location is approximately 10 km south of the village of Sumsk and 20 km southwest of the city of Sumy, the regional capital.

The air base was primarily used during the Cold War era. Its operational purpose and the specific types of aircraft stationed there are not widely documented in publicly available sources. It is believed to have served as a forward operating base, potentially for fighter aircraft or ground attack aircraft. The runway and associated infrastructure have likely degraded significantly since the dissolution of the Soviet Union, although satellite imagery suggests some remnants remain visible. Further research is required to determine the base's exact role within the Soviet air defense system and any subsequent use after Ukrainian independence.