Illizi Takhamalt Airport (VVZ): Codes, Runways & Location
Illizi Takhamalt Airport (IATA: VVZ · ICAO: DAAP) is a medium-sized airport serving Illizi, Algeria. It lies at 26.7235° N, 8.6227° E, 1778 ft (542 m) above sea level.
Overview of Illizi Takhamalt Airport
Illizi Takhamalt Airport is classified in the OurAirports dataset as a medium-sized airport, serving the area of Illizi in Algeria. It is identified by the IATA code VVZ and the ICAO code DAAP. It has scheduled commercial airline service.
Illizi Takhamalt Airport has 1 runway recorded. Its longest runway is about 3000 m (9843 ft) long. A runway of that length can physically support the largest wide-body jets, including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380, though actual limits also depend on elevation, temperature, payload and local procedures. Runway surface: asphalt. At least one runway has lighting for night operations. The field elevation is 1778 ft (542 m); higher-elevation airports need longer takeoff runs in thin air.
Other airports lie nearby: 6 are within reach, the closest being Zarzaitine - In Aménas Airport (IAM) about 179 km away.
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Airport Details & Runways
Physical characteristics from the public-domain OurAirports dataset.
Location & Runway Capacity
Aircraft capacity by runway length
Longest runway ≈ 3,000 m — A380 / 747 capable
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Frequently Asked Questions about Illizi Takhamalt Airport
Where is Illizi Takhamalt Airport located?
Illizi Takhamalt Airport is located in Illizi, Algeria. Its coordinates are 26.7235° N, 8.6227° E.
What is the airport code for Illizi Takhamalt Airport?
Illizi Takhamalt Airport has an IATA code of VVZ and an ICAO code of DAAP.
How long is the runway at Illizi Takhamalt Airport?
Illizi Takhamalt Airport's longest runway is about 3000 m (9843 ft), which can support the largest wide-body jets, including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380.
How many runways does Illizi Takhamalt Airport have?
Illizi Takhamalt Airport has 1 runway recorded in the dataset, with asphalt surfacing.
Is Illizi Takhamalt Airport a major airport?
Illizi Takhamalt Airport is classified as a medium-sized airport with scheduled service.
About this data
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