George F. L. Charles Airport — Castries, Saint Lucia
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Distance & flight time from SLU
George F. L. Charles Airport
George F. L. Charles Airport, identified by the code SLU, is located in Castries, the capital of the Caribbean island nation of Saint Lucia. Situated close to the downtown area, the airport primarily handles regional flights from neighboring Caribbean islands, as most long-haul international traffic uses Hewanorra International Airport farther south. Named after a former Saint Lucian statesman, SLU features a short runway that limits it to smaller turboprop aircraft. The airport's central location makes it convenient for travelers heading directly into Castries and nearby resort areas, playing a supporting role alongside Hewanorra in Saint Lucia's tourism-dependent air transport network.
Runways at George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 5735 ft (1748 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP/DEP | APP/DEP | 119.8 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 132.6 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.8 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118 MHz |
Airports near George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
- Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) — 32.2 km (20.0 mi)
- Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport (FDF) — 63.5 km (39.5 mi)
- Argyle International Airport (SVD) — 97.2 km (60.4 mi)
- J F Mitchell Airport (BQU) — 118.4 km (73.6 mi)
- Mustique Airport (MQS) — 127.5 km (79.2 mi)
- Canouan Airport (CIW) — 151.7 km (94.3 mi)
- Canefield Airport (DCF) — 152.6 km (94.8 mi)
- Union Island International Airport (UNI) — 164.3 km (102.1 mi)
SLU is George F. L. Charles Airport in Castries, Saint Lucia, a short-runway regional airport serving Caribbean island flights close to the capital's downtown and resort areas.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for George F. L. Charles Airport?
The IATA code for George F. L. Charles Airport is SLU.
What is the ICAO code for George F. L. Charles Airport?
The ICAO code for George F. L. Charles Airport is TLPC. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.