What is the tower frequency at OKKK?

The tower frequency at Kuwait International Airport is 118.3 MHz.

Does OKKK require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Kuwait International Airport (Kuwait).

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Kuwait International Airport

Kuwait International Airport (OKKK/KWI) serves Kuwait City, Kuwait. This is a major international airport with 3 runways (15L/33R, 15R/33L). Field elevation is 206 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 0/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 2/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: OKKK
Name: Kuwait International Airport
Type: large_airport
Category: Uncategorized
Latitude: 29.226601
Longitude: 47.968899
Elevation: 206 ft
Country: Kuwait
Municipality: Kuwait City
IATA Code: KWI
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: N/A
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 15L/33R

Designation: 15L/33R
Dimensions: 3500x45m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 15R/33L

Designation: 15R/33L
Dimensions: 3400x45m
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 16/34

Designation: 16/34
Dimensions: 4580x60m
Surface: ASPH
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.300 MHz
Ground: 121.700 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: 121.300 MHz
ATIS: 126.225 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: No
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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Kuwait Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 2d Landing: 2d

Overflight Permit: Conditional
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: Minimum 48 hours before departure
Landing Lead Time: Minimum 48 hours; non-traffic stops application to DGCA

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require overflight and landing permits with 48-hour lead time.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at OKKK?: The tower frequency at Kuwait International Airport is 118.3 MHz.
Does OKKK require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Kuwait International Airport (Kuwait).

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