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Large airport Xigazê (Samzhubzê), China
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Overview
Shigatse (Rikaze) Peace Airport (IATA: RKZ, ICAO: ZURK), Shigatse Heping Airport, or Shigatse Air Base, is a dual-use military and civilian airport serving Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet Autonomous Region, China. It is located in Jangdam Township, approximately 43 kilometres (27 mi) from Shigatse. Situated at an elevation of 3,782 metres (12,408 ft), it is one of the highest airports in the world. Construction of Shigatse Airport started in 1968 and was completed in 1973. It was solely for military use until 2010, when a 532 million yuan expansion was completed.
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📍 29.350876, 89.299157 · Open detailed map
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| Region | Tibet Autonomous Region |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Coordinates | 29.350876, 89.299157 |
Runways (2)
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 9,843 ft | 35 ft | CON |
| 09/27 | 16,404 ft | 197 ft | CON |
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Where is Xigaze Peace Airport / Shigatse Air Base?
Xigaze Peace Airport / Shigatse Air Base is a large airport located in Xigazê (Samzhubzê), China. It has 2 runway(s), the longest measuring 16,404 ft.
What is the airport code of Xigaze Peace Airport / Shigatse Air Base?
Its IATA code is RKZ and its ICAO code is ZURK.
Xigaze Peace Airport / Shigatse Air Base is a large airport located in Xigazê (Samzhubzê), China. It has 2 runway(s), the longest measuring 16,404 ft.