Escuela Mariscal Sucre Airport — Maracay, Venezuela
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereEscuela Mariscal Sucre Airport in Maracay uses the IATA code MYC, with SVBS as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from MYC
Escuela Mariscal Sucre Airport
Escuela Mariscal Sucre Airport, coded MYC, serves Maracay, capital of Aragua state in Venezuela. Historically significant as a military aviation training center, the airport has long been associated with Venezuela's air force academy, reflecting its name honoring Mariscal Sucre. MYC has supported limited domestic commercial flights connecting Maracay to Caracas and other Venezuelan cities, alongside its continuing military training functions. Venezuela's broader aviation sector has faced significant challenges in recent years due to economic and political instability, affecting scheduled service reliability at MYC. The airport remains relevant primarily for military aviation education and occasional domestic connectivity, situated within a region historically important to Venezuela's automotive and industrial manufacturing base.
Runways at Escuela Mariscal Sucre Airport (MYC)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 4453 ft (1357 m) | 131 ft (40 m) | ASP |
| 11/29 | 6846 ft (2087 m) | 131 ft (40 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Escuela Mariscal Sucre Airport (MYC)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.6 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.7 MHz |
| RDO | SUCRE RDO | 32.2 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.05 MHz |
Airports near Escuela Mariscal Sucre Airport (MYC)
- Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) — 32.5 km (20.2 mi)
- General Bartolome Salom International Airport (PBL) — 52.9 km (32.9 mi)
- Maiquetía Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS) — 82.0 km (51.0 mi)
- Sub Teniente Nestor Arias Airport (SNF) — 121.0 km (75.2 mi)
- Calabozo Airport (CLZ) — 149.6 km (93.0 mi)
- Jacinto Lara International Airport (BRM) — 188.5 km (117.1 mi)
- Oswaldo Guevara Mujica Airport (AGV) — 190.5 km (118.4 mi)
- Valle de La Pascua Airport (VDP) — 214.5 km (133.3 mi)
MYC identifies Escuela Mariscal Sucre Airport in Maracay, Venezuela; searchers should verify current flight availability given Venezuela's reduced domestic aviation service in recent years.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Escuela Mariscal Sucre Airport?
The IATA code for Escuela Mariscal Sucre Airport is MYC.
What is the ICAO code for Escuela Mariscal Sucre Airport?
The ICAO code for Escuela Mariscal Sucre Airport is SVBS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.