China Bay Airport — Trincomalee, Sri Lanka
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Distance & flight time from TRR
China Bay Airport
China Bay Airport serves Trincomalee, a historic port city on Sri Lanka's northeastern coast known for its deep natural harbor. TRR operates as a joint civil-military facility, sharing infrastructure with a Sri Lanka Air Force base given the strategic significance of Trincomalee's harbor, which has attracted naval interest since colonial times. The airport supports limited domestic flights along with military operations, and Trincomalee itself draws visitors to attractions like Koneswaram Temple and nearby beaches such as Nilaveli and Uppuveli. As tourism to Sri Lanka's east coast has grown in recent years, China Bay Airport has gained modest importance as an alternative gateway to this developing region.
Runways at China Bay Airport (TRR)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 7850 ft (2393 m) | 85 ft (26 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for China Bay Airport (TRR)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 118.1 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 126.2 MHz |
Airports near China Bay Airport (TRR)
- Hingurakgoda Air Force Base (HIM) — 58.7 km (36.5 mi)
- Anuradhapura Airport (ACJ) — 86.9 km (54.0 mi)
- Batticaloa International Airport (BTC) — 107.6 km (66.9 mi)
- Ampara Airport (ADP) — 142.3 km (88.4 mi)
- Jaffna International Airport (JAF) — 185.2 km (115.1 mi)
- Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) — 207.9 km (129.2 mi)
- Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML) — 238.4 km (148.1 mi)
- Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI) — 250.9 km (155.9 mi)
TRR (China Bay Airport) is a joint civil-military airport serving Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, supporting limited domestic flights alongside Sri Lanka Air Force operations near the historic harbor.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for China Bay Airport?
The IATA code for China Bay Airport is TRR.
What is the ICAO code for China Bay Airport?
The ICAO code for China Bay Airport is VCCT. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.