Gobernador Castello Airport — Viedma / Carmen de Patagones, Argentina

← Looking for a different airport? Search here

Searching for an airport code near Viedma / Carmen de Patagones? Gobernador Castello Airport is identified as VDM (ICAO: SAVV).

Distance & flight time from VDM

Gobernador Castello Airport

Gobernador Castello Airport serves Viedma, the capital of Argentina's Rio Negro province, situated near the mouth of the Rio Negro river in Patagonia. VDM connects this administrative center to Buenos Aires and other Argentine cities, supporting government, agricultural, and tourism traffic. Viedma has occasionally been proposed as an alternative national capital due to its central geographic position, adding a layer of political significance to the city. The surrounding region features irrigated valleys producing fruit and vegetables amid otherwise arid Patagonian steppe. VDM's relatively modest infrastructure reflects the city's role as a regional rather than major international hub within Argentina's transportation network.

Runways at Gobernador Castello Airport (VDM)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
10/288366 ft (2550 m)148 ft (45 m)ASP
2/204954 ft (1510 m)148 ft (45 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Gobernador Castello Airport (VDM)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
TWRVIEDMA TWR118.3 MHz

Airports near Gobernador Castello Airport (VDM)

Gobernador Castello Airport (VDM) serves Viedma, capital of Rio Negro province, connecting this Patagonian administrative center to Buenos Aires and Argentina's broader air network.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Gobernador Castello Airport?

The IATA code for Gobernador Castello Airport is VDM.

What is the ICAO code for Gobernador Castello Airport?

The ICAO code for Gobernador Castello Airport is SAVV. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.