Rafaela Airport (RAF): Codes, Runways & Location
Rafaela Airport (IATA: RAF · ICAO: SAFR) is a small airport serving Rafaela, Argentina. It lies at 31.2825° S, 61.5017° W, 325 ft (99 m) above sea level.
Overview of Rafaela Airport
Rafaela Airport is classified in the OurAirports dataset as a small airport, serving the area of Rafaela in Argentina. It is identified by the IATA code RAF and the ICAO code SAFR. It is not recorded as having scheduled commercial airline service, so it mainly serves general, charter or regional aviation.
Rafaela Airport has 3 runways recorded. Its longest runway is about 1125 m (3691 ft) long. A runway of that length can physically support small turboprops and light business jets, though actual limits also depend on elevation, temperature, payload and local procedures. Runway surfaces: dirt, concrete. At least one runway has lighting for night operations. The field elevation is 325 ft (99 m); higher-elevation airports need longer takeoff runs in thin air.
Other airports lie nearby: 6 are within reach, the closest being Sunchales Aeroclub Airport (NCJ) about 36 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 ≈ 1,125 m — turboprop capable
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rafaela Airport
Where is Rafaela Airport located?
Rafaela Airport is located in Rafaela, Argentina. Its coordinates are 31.2825° S, 61.5017° W.
What is the airport code for Rafaela Airport?
Rafaela Airport has an IATA code of RAF and an ICAO code of SAFR.
How long is the runway at Rafaela Airport?
Rafaela Airport's longest runway is about 1125 m (3691 ft), which can support small turboprops and light business jets.
How many runways does Rafaela Airport have?
Rafaela Airport has 3 runways recorded in the dataset, with dirt, concrete surfacing.
Is Rafaela Airport a major airport?
Rafaela Airport is classified as a small airport.
About this data
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