Fatmawati Soekarno Airport

WIPL / BKS

Bengkulu, ID

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Fatmawati Soekarno Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WIPL
IATA Code: BKS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 50 ft MSL

Location

City: Bengkulu
Country: ID
Latitude: -3.863700°
Longitude: 102.338997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 7,345 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Fatmawati Soekarno Airport

Overview

Fatmawati Soekarno Airport serves the Bengkulu region in southern Sumatra, Indonesia, providing essential air transportation infrastructure for the local area. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 50 feet mean sea level, it supports regional and potentially limited commercial aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Located near the equator at coordinates -3.863700, 102.338997, the airport experiences a tropical maritime climate with typically high humidity and consistent temperatures. Pilots should anticipate potential convective weather patterns common to equatorial regions, with potential thunderstorm development during transitional seasons.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (13/31) measuring 7,345 feet with an asphalt surface, providing adequate length for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its low elevation and coastal proximity suggest potential maritime wind influences and localized terrain-induced weather variations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31's orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges depending on prevailing wind directions. Pilots should prepare for potential wind shifts and be cognizant of the runway's length limitations when planning approaches, particularly with larger or heavily loaded aircraft.

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Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution

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