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Josiah Tungamirai Air Force Base (GWE)
Josiah Tungamirai Air Force Base is a joint civil and military airfield near Gweru in Zimbabwe's Midlands Province, serving as a gateway to the city and surrounding central region. The airfield lies about 5 km northeast of Gweru, with onward travel to the city centre usually arranged by road.
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About Josiah Tungamirai Air Force Base
Josiah Tungamirai Air Force Base is a joint civil and military airfield serving Gweru and Zimbabwe's Midlands Province. Formerly known as Thornhill Air Force Base, it is one of the two main air bases of the Air Force of Zimbabwe and also handles limited civil aviation.
Located about 5 km northeast of central Gweru, the airfield provides access to the Midlands region for military, charter and general aviation movements. It is not a scheduled commercial passenger hub, so most travelers use it for coordinated military, private or charter operations.
The airfield features a long asphalt runway and operational support facilities. Road transport connects the base with Gweru, where hotels, businesses and onward connections are available.
For civil users, arrivals and departures generally require prior coordination, and onward travel is usually arranged by private vehicle or pre-booked transfer.
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Josiah Tungamirai Air Force Base does not have conventional commercial passenger terminals. The airfield is a joint civil and military facility primarily used by the Air Force of Zimbabwe and limited civil aviation, with civil and military movements sharing the base rather than separate domestic and international terminal buildings.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Josiah Tungamirai Air Force Base
Transfers
Book private transfers between Josiah Tungamirai Air Force Base and Gweru hotels, the city centre and other Midlands destinations.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airfield, business meetings or journeys around Gweru and the Midlands.
Car Rental
Rent a car for independent travel from the airfield to Gweru and onward destinations in central Zimbabwe.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between the airfield, Gweru, event venues and other regional locations.
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