KWZ Airport Code: Kolwezi (FZQM)

What airport is KWZ?

KWZ is the IATA airport code for Kolwezi Airport, in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The same airport has the ICAO code FZQM.

Its ICAO code FZQM begins with F, the prefix ICAO assigns to southern Africa.

Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) at a glance
IATA airport code	KWZ
ICAO airport code	FZQM
Airport	Kolwezi Airport
City	Kolwezi
Country	Democratic Republic of the Congo
Runways	1

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Where is KWZ airport located?

Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) is in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, at coordinates -10.7659, 25.5057.

It lies in the southern and eastern hemispheres, at 10.77° S, 25.51° E. At 5007 ft (1526 m), this is a high-elevation airport, so aircraft need longer takeoff runs in the thinner air.

Runways at KWZ

It has a single paved runway. The longest is 5,741 ft (1.75 km), designated 11/29.

Frequently asked questions

What is the IATA code for Kolwezi Airport?

The IATA code for Kolwezi Airport in Kolwezi is KWZ. It is the three-letter code on tickets, baggage tags and departure boards.

What is the 3-letter code for Kolwezi?

The 3-letter IATA code for Kolwezi Airport in Kolwezi is KWZ.

What is the ICAO code for Kolwezi Airport?

The ICAO code for Kolwezi Airport is FZQM. Pilots and air traffic control use it, while airlines and booking systems use the IATA code KWZ.

What is the difference between KWZ and FZQM?

KWZ is the IATA code used for tickets and baggage. FZQM is the ICAO code used by pilots and air traffic control for the same airport, Kolwezi Airport.

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