Baimuru Airport — Baimuru, Papua New Guinea
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Distance & flight time from VMU
Baimuru Airport
VMU denotes Baimuru Airport, a remote airstrip located in the Gulf Province of Papua New Guinea, serving the small settlement of Baimuru along the delta region of the Purari River. The airport represents a critical transport link for this isolated area, where dense wetlands, rivers, and lack of road infrastructure make air travel essential for accessing goods, medical services, and connections to larger Papua New Guinean towns. Baimuru's economy relies on subsistence agriculture, fishing, and limited timber activity within this remote lowland delta environment. VMU typically accommodates small aircraft suited to short, unpaved runways common throughout Papua New Guinea's rural airstrip network, reflecting the country's broader reliance on aviation for remote community access.
Runways at Baimuru Airport (VMU)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 2953 ft (900 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | Grassed black clay |
Radio frequencies for Baimuru Airport (VMU)
No published frequency data for this airport.
Airports near Baimuru Airport (VMU)
- Kerema Airport (KMA) — 116.8 km (72.6 mi)
- Chimbu Airport (CMU) — 164.6 km (102.3 mi)
- Goroka Airport (GKA) — 169.5 km (105.3 mi)
- Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport (HGU) — 194.3 km (120.7 mi)
- Mendi Airport (MDU) — 197.6 km (122.8 mi)
- Balimo Airport (OPU) — 217.0 km (134.8 mi)
- Wapenamanda Airport (WBM) — 231.1 km (143.6 mi)
- Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport (LAE) — 234.2 km (145.5 mi)
VMU is the code for Baimuru Airport in Papua New Guinea's Gulf Province, a remote airstrip vital for connecting this isolated Purari River delta community to essential services.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Baimuru Airport?
The IATA code for Baimuru Airport is VMU.
What is the ICAO code for Baimuru Airport?
The ICAO code for Baimuru Airport is AYBA. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.