Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport — Malang, Indonesia
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Distance & flight time from MLG
Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport
Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) serves Malang, a mountain city in East Java, Indonesia known for its cooler climate and colonial-era architecture. The airport operates as a joint civil-military facility, sharing its runway with the Indonesian Air Force, which uses the base for training and operational purposes. Named after Abdul Rachman Saleh, an Indonesian Air Force officer and physician who died in a 1947 plane crash during the Indonesian National Revolution, the airport reflects the country's post-independence aviation history. Commercial flights connect Malang to Jakarta and other domestic hubs, supporting tourism to nearby attractions such as Mount Bromo and Batu's cool-climate resorts, while the military side keeps MLG active as a defense installation.
Runways at Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 8202 ft (2500 m) | 131 ft (40 m) | ASP |
| 17L/35R | 4921 ft (1500 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | SURABAYA APP | 119.1 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.5 MHz |
Airports near Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG)
- Juanda International Airport (SUB) — 61.6 km (38.3 mi)
- Dhoho International Airport (DHX) — 86.9 km (54.0 mi)
- Adisoemarmo International Airport (SOC) — 220.4 km (137.0 mi)
- Adisutjipto International Airport (JOG) — 251.9 km (156.5 mi)
- Jenderal Ahmad Yani Airport (SRG) — 279.2 km (173.5 mi)
- Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) — 284.8 km (177.0 mi)
- Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) — 292.6 km (181.8 mi)
- Lombok International Airport (LOP) — 402.8 km (250.3 mi)
MLG is Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport serving Malang, Indonesia, a shared civil-military airport. Searchers often want to confirm domestic flight availability and distance from Malang city center.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport?
The IATA code for Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport is MLG.
What is the ICAO code for Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport?
The ICAO code for Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport is WARA. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.