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Shamshernagar Airport (IATA: ZHM, ICAO: VGSH) serves Shamshernagar, BD.
Shamshernagar Airport (VGSH/ZHM) is a military airport operated by the Bangladesh Air Force, also known as BAF Station Shamshernagar or BAF Station Moulvibazar. It is located approximately 17 kilometers (11 miles) southeast of Moulvibazar, Bangladesh.
- Runway Information: It has a single concrete runway (17/35) measuring 5,200 feet (1,585 meters). The runway is described as short and restricted to STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) aircraft.
- Current Use: While primarily a military base, civil air operations are allowed with prior approval. However, there are no scheduled passenger flights due to low demand and the unsuitability of current airline aircraft for the short runway. It is designated as a joint civil/military airport.
- Historical Significance: Shamshernagar was a major hub for "Over the Hump" flights during WWII and served as the base for Kilo Force, the first fighting formation of what would become the Bangladesh Air Force during the Bangladesh Liberation War.
*Sources researched: en.wikipedia.org, skyvector.com, ourairports.com, acukwik.com, skybrary.aero*
AirportRoutes · updated Jul 7, 2026
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Where is Shamshernagar Airport located?
Shamshernagar Airport is located in Shamshernagar, BD, at an elevation of 56 ft. Its IATA code is ZHM and ICAO code is VGSH.