Namsang Airport — Namsang, Myanmar
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Namsang Airport (Namsang) is NMS — its ICAO code is VYNS.
Distance & flight time from NMS
Namsang Airport
NMS is the code for Namsang Airport, a modest regional airstrip in Namsang, located in Myanmar's Shan State. The airport serves a mountainous and relatively remote part of the country, providing air access where road infrastructure can be slow or difficult, particularly during monsoon season. Traffic through NMS is limited, typically consisting of small domestic aircraft connecting Namsang to larger hubs like Yangon or Mandalay on an irregular schedule. The surrounding Shan State region is known for its highland terrain, agriculture, and ethnic diversity, and airports like NMS play a quiet but important logistical role for local administration, trade, and occasional humanitarian or government transport.
Runways at Namsang Airport (NMS)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 12005 ft (3659 m) | 200 ft (61 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Namsang Airport (NMS)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.7 MHz |
Airports near Namsang Airport (NMS)
- Heho Airport (HEH) — 99.4 km (61.8 mi)
- Loikaw Airport (LIW) — 144.0 km (89.5 mi)
- Mong Hsat Airport (MOG) — 163.6 km (101.7 mi)
- Mae Hong Son Airport (HGN) — 178.5 km (110.9 mi)
- Kengtung Airport (KET) — 202.4 km (125.8 mi)
- Mandalay International Airport (MDL) — 203.3 km (126.3 mi)
- Nay Pyi Taw International Airport (NYT) — 213.3 km (132.5 mi)
- Lashio Airport (LSH) — 232.1 km (144.2 mi)
NMS denotes Namsang Airport in Myanmar's Shan State, a small regional strip with limited scheduled service. Searchers usually want to confirm whether commercial flights currently operate there.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Namsang Airport?
The IATA code for Namsang Airport is NMS.
What is the ICAO code for Namsang Airport?
The ICAO code for Namsang Airport is VYNS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.