Figari Sud-Corse Airport — Figari, France
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Distance & flight time from FSC
Figari Sud-Corse Airport
Figari Sud-Corse Airport, which uses the code FSC, occupies a former military airfield in the rugged, sparsely populated southern tip of Corsica, not far from the clifftop town of Bonifacio. Traffic through FSC swells dramatically during the summer months as French and other European travelers flock to the beaches, granite coves, and turquoise waters that define Corsica's southern coastline, then falls away sharply once the season ends. Nearby Porto-Vecchio, a popular resort town, draws much of this seasonal demand, along with sailors and yacht charter clients using the nearby marinas. Surrounding hills and unpredictable Mediterranean winds occasionally complicate approaches into the airport's single runway. Outside peak season, FSC operates a comparatively quiet schedule of domestic French connections, primarily to Paris and other mainland cities, reflecting the airport's fundamentally seasonal, tourism-driven character rather than any year-round hub function.
Runways at Figari Sud-Corse Airport (FSC)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 8136 ft (2480 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Figari Sud-Corse Airport (FSC)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | FIGARI INFO | 118.725 MHz |
| GND | FIGARI GND | 121.8 MHz |
| TWR | FIGARI TWR | 120.3 MHz |
Airports near Figari Sud-Corse Airport (FSC)
- Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport (AJA) — 52.9 km (32.9 mi)
- Solenzara (BA 126) Air Base (SOZ) — 53.5 km (33.2 mi)
- Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB) — 75.7 km (47.0 mi)
- Calvi Sainte Catherine Airport (CLY) — 117.1 km (72.8 mi)
- Alghero-Fertilia Airport (AHO) — 118.0 km (73.3 mi)
- Bastia-Poretta International airport (BIA) — 121.1 km (75.2 mi)
- Marina di Campo Airport (EBA) — 168.8 km (104.9 mi)
- Grosseto Corrado Baccarini Air Base / Grosseto Airport (GRS) — 214.7 km (133.4 mi)
FSC sits near Bonifacio and Porto-Vecchio in southern Corsica, relies heavily on summer tourist traffic, and operates a single runway on a former military site.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Figari Sud-Corse Airport?
The IATA code for Figari Sud-Corse Airport is FSC.
What is the ICAO code for Figari Sud-Corse Airport?
The ICAO code for Figari Sud-Corse Airport is LFKF. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.