WingfarerRAF Ascension Island
Medium airport Cat Hill, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
Overview
RAF Ascension Island (IATA: ASI, ICAO: FHAW), also known as Wideawake Airfield or Ascension Island Auxiliary Field, is a military airfield and facility located on Ascension Island in the Atlantic Ocean. The airfield is jointly operated by the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the United States Space Force (USSF). Under the terms of an international agreement between the UK and US governments, only state aircraft (e.g. military and diplomatic flights) are authorised to land at Ascension, with the sole exception being civil aviation between Ascension and Saint Helena. The facility is home to a U.S.
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📍 -7.970179, -14.392744 · Open detailed map
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| Region | Ascension |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | -7.970179, -14.392744 |
Runways (1)
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 10,019 ft | 150 ft | ASP |
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Ascension Island?
RAF Ascension Island is a medium airport located in Cat Hill, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha. It has 1 runway(s), the longest measuring 10,019 ft.
What is the airport code of RAF Ascension Island?
Its IATA code is ASI and its ICAO code is FHAW.
RAF Ascension Island is a medium airport located in Cat Hill, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha. It has 1 runway(s), the longest measuring 10,019 ft.