RMAF Butterworth Air Base (BWH)
RMAF Butterworth Air Base is a medium airport in Butterworth, Malaysia. It has IATA code BWH and ICAO code WMKB.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| IATA code | BWH |
| ICAO code | WMKB |
| Airport name | RMAF Butterworth Air Base |
| Type | medium airport |
| City / municipality | Butterworth |
| Country | Malaysia |
| Region | Penang |
| Coordinates | 5.46592, 100.390999 |
| Elevation | 11 ft |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Length | Length (m) | Surface | Lighted | Designator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8000 ft | 2,438 m | ASP | Yes | 18 |
Location
RMAF Butterworth Air Base sits at latitude 5.46592, longitude 100.390999 at an elevation of 11 ft in Penang, Malaysia. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into a map service.
Nearby airports
PEN — Penang International Airport 23 km · PenangTPG — Taiping (Tekah) Airport 76 km · TaipingAOR — Sultan Abdul Halim Airport 80 km · Alor SatarBTZ — Betong International Airport 91 km · BetongLGK — Langkawi International Airport 121 km · LangkawiIPH — Sultan Azlan Shah Airport 127 km · IpohPKG — Pulau Pangkor Airport 137 km · Pangkor IslandSWY — Sitiawan Airport 142 km · Sitiawan
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for RMAF Butterworth Air Base?
RMAF Butterworth Air Base uses IATA code BWH and ICAO code WMKB.
Where is RMAF Butterworth Air Base?
RMAF Butterworth Air Base is located in Butterworth, Malaysia, at 5.46592, 100.390999.
What is the difference between IATA and ICAO codes?
IATA codes are the three-letter passenger-facing codes printed on tickets; ICAO codes are the four-letter codes used for flight planning and air traffic control.