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Nakhon Ratchasima Airport

Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (VTUQ/NAK) serves Chaloem Phra Kiat, Thailand. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (06/24). Field elevation is 765 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 2/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 5/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: VTUQ
  • Name: Nakhon Ratchasima Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Uncategorized
  • Latitude: 14.9495
  • Longitude: 102.313004
  • Elevation: 765 ft
  • Country: Thailand
  • Municipality: Chaloem Phra Kiat
  • IATA Code: NAK
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: N/A
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 06/24

  • Designation: 06/24
  • Dimensions: 2100x45m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME, NDB
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 119.800 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: 123.600 MHz
  • ATIS: 39.900 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: Yes
  • PPR Contact: DCA Thailand / RTAF for military coordination.
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; DCA Thailand regulated
  • Parking Fee: DCA regulated rates
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: THB
  • Remarks: Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (Korat). Largest Isan city. Military shared facility.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: PTT supply. Available during civil operational hours.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: No
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Domestic airport. Military co-use (RTAF Wing 1).

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: %H:%i
  • Curfew End: %H:%i
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: Military priority. Civil slots limited. Check NOTAMs for military activity.

Airport Services

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Thailand Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 1d Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 10 business days (private); 15 business days (charter); 3 days short-notice possible
  • Landing Lead Time: Private non-revenue: 10 business days official. Charter: 15 business days official. Short-notice: 3 business days at CAA discretion.
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require CAAT notification and customs pre-clearance.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at VTUQ?
The tower frequency at Nakhon Ratchasima Airport is 119.8 MHz.
What fuel is available at VTUQ?
Nakhon Ratchasima Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does VTUQ require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (Thailand).
Does VTUQ require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at Nakhon Ratchasima Airport.