Nevatim Air Base (IATA: VTM, ICAO: LLNV) is a major Israeli Air Force installation located in the Negev desert, southeast of Beersheba. It serves as one of Israel's primary military aviation facilities and has been significantly expanded and modernized over the decades. The base is home to several IAF squadrons, including those operating the F-35I Adir stealth fighter, making it one of the most strategically important air bases in the Middle East. It has also been used periodically for civilian charter and cargo operations, which accounts for its IATA code. Due to its military nature, public access is strictly restricted. The base has featured in numerous significant Israeli defense operations and continues to serve as a cornerstone of Israeli air power projection.