It was previously established by the Royal Air Force as RAF Bahrain ( later changed to RAF Muharraq ) in April 1943 .
It was previously remained in use until 1971 when Bahrain declared independence .
It was previously established by the Royal Air Force as RAF Bahrain ( later changed to RAF Muharraq ) in April 1943 and remained in use until 1971 when Bahrain declared independence .