Fighter 2 (Kukum Field)
This former American airfield was built during the Second World War. It remained operational as Guadalcanal's main airport until 1969. Today this area covers the Honoria Golf Course.
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Source
- Text: Kaj Metz
- Photos: U.S. Army
- Pacific Wrecks
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