WKF Airport Code, Waterkloof Air Force Base
WKF is the IATA code for Waterkloof Air Force Base, a regional airport serving Pretoria, South Africa. Airlines and booking systems use WKF, while pilots and air traffic control use the ICAO code FAWK. At 4940 ft (1506 m), this is a high-elevation airport, so aircraft need longer takeoff runs in the thinner air.
What is the Pretoria airport code?
The airport code for Waterkloof Air Force Base is WKF. This is the IATA code, the three-letter code you see on boarding passes, baggage tags and departure boards. The airport also has the ICAO code FAWK, used in flight plans and by air traffic control.
Its ICAO code FAWK begins with F, the prefix ICAO assigns to southern Africa.
Where is WKF?
Waterkloof Air Force Base serves Pretoria, South Africa. It lies in the southern and eastern hemispheres, at 25.83° S, 28.22° E. At 4940 ft (1506 m), this is a high-elevation airport, so aircraft need longer takeoff runs in the thinner air.
Runways at WKF
It has 2 runways. The longest is 11,001 ft (3.35 km), designated 01/19.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Pretoria?
The IATA airport code for Waterkloof Air Force Base in Pretoria is WKF. Its ICAO code is FAWK.
What is the 3-letter code for Pretoria?
The 3-letter IATA code for Waterkloof Air Force Base in Pretoria is WKF.
What airport is WKF?
WKF is Waterkloof Air Force Base, located in Pretoria, South Africa.
What country is WKF in?
WKF (Waterkloof Air Force Base) is in South Africa.
Where is WKF airport located?
Waterkloof Air Force Base (WKF) is in Pretoria, South Africa, at coordinates -25.83, 28.2225.
What is the ICAO code for Waterkloof Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for Waterkloof Air Force Base is FAWK. Pilots and air traffic control use it, while airlines and booking systems use the IATA code WKF.
What is the difference between WKF and FAWK?
WKF is the IATA code used for tickets and baggage. FAWK is the ICAO code used by pilots and air traffic control for the same airport, Waterkloof Air Force Base.
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