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Hami Air Base (哈密 Hami Airport)

Hami Air Base (also 哈密 Hami Airport; ICAO ZWHM) is an active joint civil-military airfield in China, operated by the People's Liberation Army Air Force. It has 1 runway (2,400 m). Home to the 2nd Training Brigade.

Facility Details

Summary
Operating Country 🇨🇳 China
Location🇨🇳 China
Status Active
UsageDual
Year built1934
Operating OrganizationPeople's Liberation Army Air Force
Units & aircraft
2nd Training Brigade
Location & Technical Details
Coordinates42.8417°N, 93.6686°E
Elevation824 m (2,703 ft)
IATA codeHMI
ICAO codeZWHM
Runways
11/29 · 2,400 m (7,874 ft) · Concrete

Description

Hami Yizhou Airport, also known as Kumul Airport, is located 12.5 kilometers northeast of the city of Hami in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China. The airport was first constructed in 1934 and subsequently served as a military airport. In 2008, it underwent expansion. Currently, Hami Yizhou Airport operates for mixed military and public use, serving both civilian and military aviation needs.

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Latest Data Updates
  1. AUG 132026 Updated Runway designations, surfaces and lengths recorded
  2. APR 82026 Updated Sources and cross-references refreshed
  3. JUL 32025 Updated Airbase data reviewed and updated