Sigiriya Air Force Base (GIU)
Sigiriya Air Force Base is a small airport in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka. It has IATA code GIU and ICAO code VCCS.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| IATA code | GIU |
| ICAO code | VCCS |
| Airport name | Sigiriya Air Force Base |
| Type | small airport |
| City / municipality | Sigiriya |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
| Region | Central Province |
| Coordinates | 7.95667, 80.7285 |
| Elevation | 630 ft |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Length | Length (m) | Surface | Lighted | Designator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5925 ft | 1,805 m | ASP | No | 04 |
Location
Sigiriya Air Force Base sits at latitude 7.95667, longitude 80.7285 at an elevation of 630 ft in Central Province, Sri Lanka. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into a map service.
Nearby airports
DBU — Dambulu Oya Tank Seaplane Base 15 km · DambullaHIM — Hingurakgoda Air Force Base 30 km · Polonnaruwa TownACJ — Anuradhapura Airport 51 km · AnuradhapuraKDZ — Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base 71 km · KandyKDW — Victoria Reservoir Seaplane Base 80 km · KandyTRR — China Bay Airport 82 km · TrincomaleeTHW — Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome 86 km · TrincomaleePQD — Passikudah Helipad 92 km · Batticaloa
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Sigiriya Air Force Base?
Sigiriya Air Force Base uses IATA code GIU and ICAO code VCCS.
Where is Sigiriya Air Force Base?
Sigiriya Air Force Base is located in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, at 7.95667, 80.7285.
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.