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Kadena Air Base

Large airport Okinawa, Japan

IATA DNAICAO RODNID RODN

Overview

Kadena Air Base (嘉手納飛行場, Kadena Hikōjō) (IATA: DNA, ICAO: RODN) is a United States Air Force base in the towns of Kadena and Chatan and the city of Okinawa, in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It is often referred to as the "Keystone of the Pacific" because of its highly strategic location. It is located 650 km (400 mi) off the coast of China and at a distance of 770 km (480 mi) from Shanghai, a major Chinese economic hub. It is home to the USAF's 18th Wing, the 353rd Special Operations Wing, reconnaissance units, 1st Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery Regiment, and a variety of associated units.

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Runways

2

Longest runway

12,100 ft

Elevation

143 ft

Radio freq.

10

Suitable for

✈️ Commercial airliners🛩️ Private & business jets📏 Longest runway 12,100 ft

Where is it

📍 26.351667, 127.769444 · Open detailed map

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Details

Region	Okinawa Prefecture
Continent	Asia
Coordinates	26.351667, 127.769444

Runways (2)

Designation	Length	Width	Surface
05L/23R	12,100 ft	300 ft	ASP
05R/23L	12,100 ft	200 ft	CON

Nearby airports

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kadena Air Base?
Kadena Air Base is a large airport located in Okinawa, Japan. It has 2 runway(s), the longest measuring 12,100 ft.

What is the airport code of Kadena Air Base?
Its IATA code is DNA and its ICAO code is RODN.

Kadena Air Base is a large airport located in Okinawa, Japan. It has 2 runway(s), the longest measuring 12,100 ft.