Khok Kathiam Airport — Lop Buri, Thailand
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Distance & flight time from KKM
Khok Kathiam Airport
Khok Kathiam Airport is located near Lop Buri, Thailand, and functions primarily as a Royal Thai Air Force base rather than a commercial passenger airport. KKM has historically supported military training and operations, including links to Thailand's air force training schools, and the surrounding Lop Buri area is known for its military installations. Civilian use of the airfield has been limited, with the base occasionally supporting government or charter flights rather than scheduled airline routes. Lop Buri itself is a historic city known for ancient Khmer-era temple ruins and its population of wild macaque monkeys, making the region a cultural rather than commercial aviation draw.
Runways at Khok Kathiam Airport (KKM)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 4435 ft (1352 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | CON |
| 10/28 | 600 ft (183 m) | 64 ft (20 m) | ASP |
| 16/34 | 7252 ft (2210 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Khok Kathiam Airport (KKM)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| GND | GND | 121.75 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.6 MHz |
Airports near Khok Kathiam Airport (KKM)
- Takhli Royal Thai Air Force Base (TKH) — 59.7 km (37.1 mi)
- Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) — 107.1 km (66.5 mi)
- Kamphaeng Saen Airport (KDT) — 117.6 km (73.1 mi)
- Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) — 133.0 km (82.6 mi)
- Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (NAK) — 177.4 km (110.2 mi)
- Phetchabun Airport (PHY) — 208.2 km (129.4 mi)
- Phitsanulok Airport (PHS) — 216.1 km (134.3 mi)
- U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport (UTP) — 246.8 km (153.4 mi)
KKM is Khok Kathiam Airport near Lop Buri, Thailand, primarily a Royal Thai Air Force base, not a commercial airport. Searchers often mistakenly look for passenger flights that KKM does not regularly offer.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Khok Kathiam Airport?
The IATA code for Khok Kathiam Airport is KKM.
What is the ICAO code for Khok Kathiam Airport?
The ICAO code for Khok Kathiam Airport is VTBL. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.