What is the tower frequency at WBKS?

The tower frequency at Sandakan Airport is 121.05 MHz.

What fuel is available at WBKS?

Sandakan Airport offers Jet A-1.

Does WBKS require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Sandakan Airport (Malaysia).

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Sandakan Airport

Sandakan Airport (WBKS/SDK) serves Sandakan, Malaysia. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (08/26). Field elevation is 46 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

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: WBKS
Name: Sandakan Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: Uncategorized
Latitude: 5.9009
Longitude: 118.058998
Elevation: 46 ft
Country: Malaysia
Municipality: Sandakan
IATA Code: SDK
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: N/A
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 08/26

Designation: 08/26
Dimensions: 2500x45m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 121.050 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: 123.200 MHz
ATIS: N/A

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

Fees

Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; MAHB regulated
Parking Fee: MAHB regulated rates
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: MYR
Remarks: Sibu Airport, Sibu, Sarawak. Rajang River basin gateway. East Malaysia regional hub.

Fuel Information

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

Immigration

Port of Entry: No
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Domestic airport. No routine CIQ.

Restrictions

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Curfew End: %H:%i
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: No curfew. Equatorial weather; afternoon thunderstorms common.

Airport Services

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Malaysia Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 1d Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 3 working days before departure
Landing Lead Time: 3 working days before landing

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require CAAM notification, 1-2 days processing.

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Nearby Airports

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at WBKS?: The tower frequency at Sandakan Airport is 121.05 MHz.
What fuel is available at WBKS?: Sandakan Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does WBKS require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Sandakan Airport (Malaysia).

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