Ruben Cantu Airport — Santiago, Panama
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Distance & flight time from SYP
Ruben Cantu Airport
Ruben Cantu Airport, coded SYP, is a small public airport located in Uvalde, Texas, serving the surrounding Hill Country and ranching communities of southwestern Texas. The airport primarily supports general aviation, including agricultural flights, private pilots, and occasional charter services, given the absence of major scheduled airline traffic in the area. Uvalde's economy has traditionally centered on ranching, honey production, and hunting tourism, and SYP facilitates access for visitors and business travelers who would otherwise face long drives to San Antonio. The facility includes a paved runway suitable for light aircraft and maintains basic fueling and hangar services. Its role as a regional airstrip underscores the importance of small airports in connecting rural Texas communities to broader transportation networks.
Runways at Ruben Cantu Airport (SYP)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 3937 ft (1200 m) | 82 ft (25 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Ruben Cantu Airport (SYP)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | SANTIAGO RDO | 124 MHz |
Airports near Ruben Cantu Airport (SYP)
- Alonso Valderrama Airport (CTD) — 59.9 km (37.2 mi)
- Enrique Malek International Airport (DAV) — 167.5 km (104.1 mi)
- Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) — 181.9 km (113.0 mi)
- Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport (ONX) — 184.4 km (114.6 mi)
- Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport (BOC) — 200.2 km (124.4 mi)
- Tocumen International Airport (PTY) — 203.7 km (126.6 mi)
- Coto 47 Airport (OTR) — 229.9 km (142.9 mi)
- Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport (CHX) — 230.4 km (143.2 mi)
Ruben Cantu Airport (SYP) in Uvalde, Texas supports general aviation and ranching-region travel across the Hill Country south of San Antonio.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Ruben Cantu Airport?
The IATA code for Ruben Cantu Airport is SYP.
What is the ICAO code for Ruben Cantu Airport?
The ICAO code for Ruben Cantu Airport is MPSA. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.