Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport — Lime Acres, South Africa
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Distance & flight time from LMR
Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport
Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport serves the settlement of Lime Acres in South Africa's Northern Cape, a town built around the Finsch diamond mine on the dry interior plateau. At an elevation of about 4,900 feet, it has a single asphalt runway near 5,249 feet, primarily serving the mining operation and the community around it. The surrounding region is sparse, arid highveld country typical of the Northern Cape, far from any large city. The airport supports the corporate and charter flights tied to the diamond mine rather than public scheduled service. The LMR code identifies this field, serving the Lime Acres mining community in South Africa's Northern Cape.
Runways at Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport (LMR)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15/33 | 5249 ft (1600 m) | 49 ft (15 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport (LMR)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | FINSCH RDO | 123.5 MHz |
Airports near Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport (LMR)
- Sishen Airport (SIS) — 90.1 km (56.0 mi)
- Johan Pienaar Airport (KMH) — 100.5 km (62.4 mi)
- Kimberley Airport (KIM) — 138.6 km (86.1 mi)
- Vryburg Airport (VRU) — 199.0 km (123.7 mi)
- Upington Airport (UTN) — 212.9 km (132.3 mi)
- Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) — 290.8 km (180.7 mi)
- Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) — 353.2 km (219.5 mi)
- P C Pelser Airport (KXE) — 363.0 km (225.6 mi)
The LMR code helps identify the Lime Acres airport tied to the Finsch diamond mine in South Africa's Northern Cape. It keeps this remote mining field distinct from Kimberley and other regional airports on charter paperwork.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport?
The IATA code for Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport is LMR.
What is the ICAO code for Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport?
The ICAO code for Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport is FALC. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.