Shank Air Base (OAA): Codes, Runways & Location
Shank Air Base (IATA: OAA · ICAO: OASH) is a small airport serving Baraki Barak, Afghanistan. It lies at 33.9222° N, 69.0779° E, 6890 ft (2100 m) above sea level.
Overview of Shank Air Base
Shank Air Base is classified in the OurAirports dataset as a small airport, serving the area of Baraki Barak in Afghanistan. It is identified by the IATA code OAA and the ICAO code OASH. It is not recorded as having scheduled commercial airline service, so it mainly serves general, charter or regional aviation.
The field elevation is 6890 ft (2100 m); higher-elevation airports need longer takeoff runs in thin air.
Other airports lie nearby: 6 are within reach, the closest being Gardez Airport (GRG) about 36 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 Shank Air Base
Where is Shank Air Base located?
Shank Air Base is located in Baraki Barak, Afghanistan. Its coordinates are 33.9222° N, 69.0779° E.
What is the airport code for Shank Air Base?
Shank Air Base has an IATA code of OAA and an ICAO code of OASH.
Is Shank Air Base a major airport?
Shank Air Base is classified as a small airport.
About this data
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