The base currently houses air force units of People's Liberation Army Hong Kong Garrison (PLAHKG), as well as previously being open for restricted civilian use during weekends.

[2][3] During the time as a refugee centre, half the runway was closed and used for temporary housing (mainly tents, and some quonset huts).

It was a permanent assignment, with personnel and their families living in Sek Kong for three-year tours of duty.

The Army Air Corps (AAC) unit was heavily involved in stemming the flood of illegal immigrants from mainland China.

The People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) has had a small presence in Hong Kong since 1997.