Formosa National Airport — Formosa, Argentina
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Distance & flight time from FMA
Formosa National Airport
FMA denotes Formosa National Airport, serving Formosa, the capital of Formosa Province in northeastern Argentina near the Paraguayan border. As a national rather than international facility, it handles domestic flights linking the city to Buenos Aires and other Argentine hubs, supporting a regional economy built on agriculture, cattle ranching, and cross-border trade with Paraguay. The airport's relatively remote Chaco-region location means air travel is often faster and more reliable than long overland routes, especially during the area's intense summer heat and seasonal flooding. Aerolíneas Argentinas has historically been the main operator serving FMA, making it an important gateway for government officials, businesspeople, and residents of this sparsely connected province.
Runways at Formosa National Airport (FMA)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4/22 | 5905 ft (1800 m) | 131 ft (40 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Formosa National Airport (FMA)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 119.1 MHz |
Airports near Formosa National Airport (FMA)
- Aeródromo Don Carlos Miguel Gimenez (PIL) — 75.0 km (46.6 mi)
- Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU) — 129.4 km (80.4 mi)
- Corrientes Airport (CNQ) — 147.0 km (91.3 mi)
- Resistencia International Airport (RES) — 160.2 km (99.5 mi)
- Aeropuerto Nacional Juan de Ayolas (AYO) — 187.9 km (116.8 mi)
- Libertador Gral D Jose De San Martin Airport (PSS) — 259.2 km (161.1 mi)
- Teniente Ramon A. Ayub Gonzalez International Airport (ENO) — 262.9 km (163.4 mi)
- Lieutenant Colonel Carmelo Peralta National Airport (CIO) — 318.6 km (198.0 mi)
FMA should not be confused with the Taiwanese island also nicknamed Formosa; this code refers strictly to Formosa, Argentina's provincial capital near the Paraguayan border in the Gran Chaco region.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Formosa National Airport?
The IATA code for Formosa National Airport is FMA.
What is the ICAO code for Formosa National Airport?
The ICAO code for Formosa National Airport is SARF. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.