General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base — Ixtepec, Mexico
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Distance & flight time from IZT
General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base
IZT identifies the airport serving Ixtepec in Oaxaca, Mexico, officially known as General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport and also associated with a former Ixtepec Air Base. Located on the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, a narrow and strategically significant strip of land between the Gulf of Mexico and the Pacific, Ixtepec has historically had military aviation significance alongside limited civilian use. The airport supports a region known for its indigenous Zapotec culture, wind energy development given the isthmus's strong and consistent winds, and railway connections linking the Gulf and Pacific coasts. Commercial passenger service at IZT has been limited and intermittent compared to larger Oaxaca state airports.
Runways at General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base (IZT)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 7640 ft (2329 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base (IZT)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| GND | GND | 121.7 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.45 MHz |
Airports near General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base (IZT)
- Bahías de Huatulco International Airport (HUX) — 145.2 km (90.2 mi)
- Xoxocotlán International Airport (OAX) — 184.4 km (114.6 mi)
- Minatitlán/Coatzacoalcos International Airport (MTT) — 192.2 km (119.4 mi)
- Angel Albino Corzo International Airport (TGZ) — 220.8 km (137.2 mi)
- Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM) — 222.3 km (138.1 mi)
- Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International Airport (VSA) — 296.7 km (184.4 mi)
- General Heriberto Jara International Airport (VER) — 321.2 km (199.6 mi)
- Tapachula International Airport (TAP) — 344.7 km (214.2 mi)
IZT serves Ixtepec, Oaxaca, Mexico, tied to a former military airfield on the Isthmus of Tehuantepec. Searchers should verify current civilian flight availability, as scheduled service at IZT has been sparse.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base?
The IATA code for General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base is IZT.
What is the ICAO code for General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base?
The ICAO code for General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base is MMIT. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.