Ownership
Operator: Ministry of the Interior.
Operator’s Identity Codes:
| Code | Operator |
| n/a | BPS |
Location
| Country | Region | Sub-Region |
| Bahrain | Capital Governorate | Manama |
Address: Manama Fort, Al Manamah, Bahrain.
Nearest Town/City: Manama – heliport is in the city centre.
| Latitude | Longitude | |
|---|---|---|
| Deg. Min. Sec. | N 26° 13′ 0″ | E 050° 34′ 60″ |
| Decimal | N 26.2167° | E 50.5833° |
Elevation: 1 m/3 ft
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History
Name Changes
| Manama Fort | 1965 – Present |
Narrative Summary
Manama Fort is the home base of Bahrain Public Security’s helicopters. It is located within the capital city of Manama. The helicopter base is not within the fort itself, but across the road on a former parade ground. Date of construction not known.
Key Dates
| 1965 | First helicopters begin operation | |
| 19?? | Hangars constructed |
Runways
Not applicable. Helipads for four helicopters are available.
Residents
The following organisations are, or were, permanently based at this location:
Based Government Units
| Operator | Arrived | Departed | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| BPS Flying Wing | 1965 | Current | Policing |
Based Civilian Operators
Not applicable.
Photo Gallery
To be added.
More Information
Books
‘The Story of Aviation in the Kingdom of Bahrain’ [Order this book from Amazon UK]
Magazines
Feature articles to be added.
Websites
None known.
| Disclaimer: Information is provided on this page for historical purposes only, and not for aerial navigation. |