Palungtar Airport (GKH): Codes, Runways & Location
Palungtar Airport (IATA: GKH · ICAO: VNGK) is a small airport serving Gorkha, Nepal. It lies at 28.0385° N, 84.4664° E, 1500 ft (457 m) above sea level.
Overview of Palungtar Airport
Palungtar Airport is classified in the OurAirports dataset as a small airport, serving the area of Gorkha in Nepal. It is identified by the IATA code GKH and the ICAO code VNGK. It is not recorded as having scheduled commercial airline service, so it mainly serves general, charter or regional aviation.
The field elevation is 1500 ft (457 m); higher-elevation airports need longer takeoff runs in thin air.
Other airports lie nearby: 6 are within reach, the closest being Bharatpur Airport (BHR) about 40 km away.
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Airport Details & Runways
Physical characteristics from the public-domain OurAirports dataset.
Location & Runway Capacity
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palungtar Airport
Where is Palungtar Airport located?
Palungtar Airport is located in Gorkha, Nepal. Its coordinates are 28.0385° N, 84.4664° E.
What is the airport code for Palungtar Airport?
Palungtar Airport has an IATA code of GKH and an ICAO code of VNGK.
Is Palungtar Airport a major airport?
Palungtar Airport is classified as a small airport.
About this data
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