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    Moen 1 (Harushma, Chuuk Airport) Truk Fed States

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1944
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April 29, 1944
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Patrick Colin 1944

Location
Located at the north-western tip of Moen Island. Japanese called this airfield "Harushma Airfield".

Construction
It was constructed between November 1942 and December 1942. Originally, the single runway was 300' x 3,750'. Used by fighter, bomber and reconnaissance aircraft. About 80 support buildings were nearby and taxiways, 10' x 85' with square bomber revetments and a large hanger. East of the airfield was an extensive underground storage facility for ammunition and fuel. Gun positions, storage areas, barracks, shops, garages and a power plant existed in the area also.

American Missions Against Moen
March 30, 1944 - June 27, 1945

Today
The airfield is still in use, as "Chuuk Airport", airport code TKK.

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October 1, 2009

 

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