Kunovice Airport — Uherské Hradiště, Czech Republic
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Kunovice Airport (Uherské Hradiště) is UHE — its ICAO code is LKKU.
Distance & flight time from UHE
Kunovice Airport
Kunovice Airport, coded UHE, is located in the Czech Republic's Zlin Region and holds particular significance in Central European aviation history as a longtime center for aircraft manufacturing. The site has been associated with the Let Kunovice aircraft works, which produced training and light transport planes used across former Eastern Bloc air forces and civilian operators. Beyond its industrial legacy, UHE supports general aviation, flight training, and occasional charter operations. The airport's runway and hangars reflect decades of continuous aviation activity, making Kunovice a notable, if lesser-known, hub for aircraft production and aviation heritage within the region.
Runways at Kunovice Airport (UHE)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02C/20C | 6562 ft (2000 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | CON |
| 02L/20R | 4855 ft (1480 m) | 262 ft (80 m) | GRS |
| 02R/20L | 5544 ft (1690 m) | 197 ft (60 m) | GRS |
Radio frequencies for Kunovice Airport (UHE)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | INFO | 120.105 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.105 MHz |
Airports near Kunovice Airport (UHE)
- Přerov Air Base (PRV) — 44.2 km (27.5 mi)
- Piešťany Airport (PZY) — 53.2 km (33.1 mi)
- Brno-Tuřany Airport (BRQ) — 56.0 km (34.8 mi)
- Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport (ILZ) — 88.4 km (54.9 mi)
- Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava (OSR) — 88.7 km (55.1 mi)
- M. R. Štefánik Airport (BTS) — 97.0 km (60.3 mi)
- Vienna International Airport (VIE) — 120.6 km (74.9 mi)
- Sliač Airport (SLD) — 131.4 km (81.6 mi)
UHE, Kunovice Airport, is tied to Czech aircraft manufacturing history through the Let Kunovice works, supporting general aviation and flight training today.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Kunovice Airport?
The IATA code for Kunovice Airport is UHE.
What is the ICAO code for Kunovice Airport?
The ICAO code for Kunovice Airport is LKKU. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.