Bathinda AFS

Summary

Operating Country 🇮🇳 India
Location 🇮🇳 India
Status Active
UsageDual
Year built1975
Operating OrganizationIndian Air Force
Units
  • 34th Wing
  • No. 108 Squadron IAF

Description

Bathinda Airport, also known as Bhisiana Air Force Station, is a dual-use airport serving Bathinda and the Malwa region in Punjab, India. It is located 16 kilometers north-west of the city in Bhisiana. The air force base was constructed in 1975 and its status was upgraded to a strategically important air force station and a wing on February 18, 1980. The Indian Air Force operates the base and provides air traffic control and emergency services for the airport. Commercial flights operate from a civil enclave under the Airports Authority of India. The Indian Army has also deployed aviation units at this location, including the Drishti-10 Starliner UAV. The airport features a 1,200-square-meter terminal for commercial operations and a single runway, 13/31.

Location & Details

Map of Bathinda AFS
Coordinates30.2700°N, 74.7556°E
Elevation201 m (659 ft)
IATA codeBUP
ICAO codeVIBT
Runways
  • 13/31 [Asphalt/Concrete]
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