An aircraft shelter is also known as a hangar in aviation industry terms. It is a structure specifically designed to house aircraft. Other synonyms for aircraft shelter may include aviary, airplane shed, airplane garage, aircraft hanger, jetport, aerodrome, airstrip, airport, air terminal, and airfield shelter. Regardless of what it is called, the main purpose of an aircraft shelter is to protect airplanes from weather and other environmental elements while in storage, maintenance, and repair. Aviation facilities and military bases commonly make use of aircraft shelters to protect their fleet of aircraft from damage, rust, and corrosion, which can greatly expand the life and durability of the aircraft.