Air base Volkel is 1 out of 2 bases in the Netherlands where F-16 aircraft are stationed. 3 operational squadrons with F-16s at air base Volkel contribute to the offensive power of the Dutch Royal Air force. Burglar-proof hangar doors have been installed at this base. The security hangar doors meet the highest burglar resistant demands from Defence and are about 16 metres wide and 6 metres high.