Wipim Airport (WPM): Codes, Runways & Location
Wipim Airport (IATA: WPM · ICAO: AYXP) is a small airport serving Wipim, Papua New Guinea. It lies at 8.7882° S, 142.8820° E, 173 ft (53 m) above sea level.
Overview of Wipim Airport
Wipim Airport is classified in the OurAirports dataset as a small airport, serving the area of Wipim in Papua New Guinea. It is identified by the IATA code WPM and the ICAO code AYXP. It is not recorded as having scheduled commercial airline service, so it mainly serves general, charter or regional aviation.
Wipim Airport has 1 runway recorded. Its longest runway is about 499 m (1637 ft) long. A runway of that length can physically support light general-aviation aircraft, though actual limits also depend on elevation, temperature, payload and local procedures. Runway surface: grass. The field elevation is 173 ft (53 m); higher-elevation airports need longer takeoff runs in thin air.
Other airports lie nearby: 6 are within reach, the closest being Kapal Airport (KPL) about 19 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 ≈ 499 m — light general-aviation capable
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Seaports near Wipim Airport
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wipim Airport
Where is Wipim Airport located?
Wipim Airport is located in Wipim, Papua New Guinea. Its coordinates are 8.7882° S, 142.8820° E.
What is the airport code for Wipim Airport?
Wipim Airport has an IATA code of WPM and an ICAO code of AYXP.
How long is the runway at Wipim Airport?
Wipim Airport's longest runway is about 499 m (1637 ft), which can support light general-aviation aircraft.
How many runways does Wipim Airport have?
Wipim Airport has 1 runway recorded in the dataset, with grass surfacing.
Is Wipim Airport a major airport?
Wipim Airport is classified as a small airport.
About this data
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