Mozes Kilangin Airport

WABP / TIM

Timika, ID

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Mozes Kilangin Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WABP
IATA Code: TIM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 103 ft MSL

Location

City: Timika
Country: ID
Latitude: -4.529780°
Longitude: 136.887388°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 7,841 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mozes Kilangin Airport

Overview

Mozes Kilangin Airport serves the Timika region in Papua, Indonesia, situated at an elevation of 103 feet above mean sea level. The airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the remote mountainous area, supporting regional and resource-related aviation operations. Its single runway (12/30) extends 7,841 feet with an asphalt surface, capable of handling medium-sized aircraft.

Flying Conditions

Located near 4.5 degrees south latitude, the airport experiences a tropical equatorial climate characterized by consistent temperatures and high humidity. Precipitation can be frequent, with potential for rapid weather changes typical of Papua's mountainous terrain. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility and sporadic convective activity due to the region's geographic characteristics.

Notable Features

The airport is positioned in a challenging geographic context, surrounded by significant terrain variations typical of Indonesia's Papua province. Its coordinates at -4.529780, 136.887388 indicate placement in a region with complex topographical features that can generate localized wind patterns and potential turbulence. The medium-sized airport infrastructure suggests it supports regional connectivity and potentially industrial/resource extraction operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30's substantial 7,841-foot length provides flexibility for various aircraft types operating in this challenging environment. Given the airport's tropical location, pilots should be prepared for potential rapid meteorological transitions and exercise heightened situational awareness during approach and landing. Standard instrument approach procedures would be recommended due to the surrounding terrain and potential visibility limitations.

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Official Data Sources

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