Forward Operating Base Salerno
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Forward Operating Base Salerno (IATA: OLR, ICAO: OASL) is a former forward operating base used by the United States Armed Forces from 2002 to 2013 during Operation Enduring Freedom. It is located in the southeastern province of Khost, Afghanistan, near the city of Khost. On 1 November 2013, U.S. forces withdrew from FOB Salerno and transferred control of the installation to the Afghan National Army.
Quick Facts FOB Salerno, Coordinates ...
FOB Salerno | |
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جمهوری | |
Khost (Matun) District, Khost Province in Afghanistan | |
Coordinates | 33.364°N 69.957°E / 33.364; 69.957 |
Type | Forward Operating Base |
Site information | |
Owner | Ministry of Defense |
Operator | Afghan Armed Forces |
Controlled by | Taliban |
Site history | |
Built | October 2002 |
Built by | Assault and Barrier Platoon/618th HHC, 307th Engineer Battalion as part of 3rd BN, 505th PIR, 82nd ABN DIV |
In use | 2002 (2002)–2013 (2013) |
Battles/wars | Operation Enduring Freedom |
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Airfield information | |
Identifiers | IATA: OLR, ICAO: OASL |
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