Almirante Marco Andres Zar Airport — Rawson, Argentina
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Almirante Marco Andres Zar Airport
Almirante Marco Andres Zar Airport, commonly known by its code REL, serves Rawson and the broader Chubut province coastline in Argentine Patagonia. The airport supports domestic flights linking this remote southern region to Buenos Aires and other Patagonian cities, and it plays a role in serving nearby Trelew and the Valdes Peninsula, a major wildlife tourism destination known for whale watching and penguin colonies. REL's traffic is modest and largely seasonal, rising during the austral summer tourist season. The airport is named for an Argentine naval aviator, reflecting the historical military aviation presence in the region, and it continues to handle a mix of commercial, general aviation, and occasional military traffic typical of remote Patagonian airfields.
Runways at Almirante Marco Andres Zar Airport (REL)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 8399 ft (2560 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Almirante Marco Andres Zar Airport (REL)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | RDO | 122.1 MHz |
| TWR | TWR/APP | 118.7 MHz |
Airports near Almirante Marco Andres Zar Airport (REL)
- El Tehuelche Airport (PMY) — 52.0 km (32.3 mi)
- Gobernador Castello Airport (VDM) — 320.8 km (199.3 mi)
- General Enrique Mosconi International Airport (CRD) — 335.1 km (208.2 mi)
- Las Heras Airport (LHS) — 470.8 km (292.5 mi)
- Esquel Brigadier Antonio Parodi International Airport (EQS) — 477.9 km (297.0 mi)
- Puerto Deseado Airport (PUD) — 505.6 km (314.2 mi)
- El Bolsón Airfield (EHL) — 531.6 km (330.3 mi)
- Presidente Perón International Airport (NQN) — 531.9 km (330.5 mi)
REL is Almirante Marco Andres Zar Airport serving Rawson and Trelew in Patagonia, Argentina. Searchers often want flight connections to Buenos Aires or access routes to the Valdes Peninsula wildlife reserve.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Almirante Marco Andres Zar Airport?
The IATA code for Almirante Marco Andres Zar Airport is REL.
What is the ICAO code for Almirante Marco Andres Zar Airport?
The ICAO code for Almirante Marco Andres Zar Airport is SAVT. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.