Eskişehir Air Base — Eskişehir, Turkey
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Distance & flight time from ESK
Eskişehir Air Base
ESK identifies Eskişehir Air Base, a Turkish Air Force installation serving the city of Eskişehir in northwest Anatolia. The base has long hosted transport squadrons and training operations, and it also handles limited civilian and government flights alongside its military role. Eskişehir itself is a major hub for aviation education in Turkey, home to Anadolu University's flight training programs, and the air base has historically supported that ecosystem. Because it is primarily a defense facility rather than a commercial gateway, scheduled passenger service is minimal or absent, with most movements tied to Turkish Armed Forces logistics, exercises, and occasional NATO-related activity in the region.
Runways at Eskişehir Air Base (ESK)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 10006 ft (3050 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Eskişehir Air Base (ESK)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 122.1 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 122.425 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.95 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.1 MHz |
Airports near Eskişehir Air Base (ESK)
- Hasan Polatkan Airport (AOE) — 6.2 km (3.9 mi)
- Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI) — 101.4 km (63.0 mi)
- Cengiz Topel Airport (KCO) — 113.9 km (70.8 mi)
- Afyon Air Base (AFY) — 117.6 km (73.1 mi)
- Uşak Airport (USQ) — 155.5 km (96.6 mi)
- Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) — 164.3 km (102.1 mi)
- Etimesgut Air Base (ANK) — 180.7 km (112.3 mi)
- İstanbul Atatürk Airport (ISL) — 199.1 km (123.7 mi)
ESK is sometimes confused with civilian airport codes because Eskişehir is a well-known university city; searchers should note ESK refers specifically to the military air base, not a public terminal.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Eskişehir Air Base?
The IATA code for Eskişehir Air Base is ESK.
What is the ICAO code for Eskişehir Air Base?
The ICAO code for Eskişehir Air Base is LTBI. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.