PAF Base Rahimyar Khan (Sheikh Zayed International Airport)

Summary

Operating Country 🇵🇰 Pakistan
Location 🇵🇰 Pakistan
Status Active
UsageDual
Year built1993
Operating OrganizationPakistan Airports Authority

Description

Sheikh Zayed International Airport, also known as Rahim Yar Khan Airport, is located in the Rahim Yar Khan District of Punjab province, Pakistan. The facility was established in 1993. Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan funded the construction of the airport and the road to his palace in Rahim Yar Khan.

The GoP Aviation Division owns the facility, and the Pakistan Airports Authority serves as the operator. Infrastructure at the site includes a Royal Lounge and an apron area.

Location & Details

Map of PAF Base Rahimyar Khan
Coordinates28.3853°N, 70.2797°E
Elevation83 m (272 ft)
IATA codeRYK
ICAO codeOPRK
Runways
  • 01/19 [bitumen]
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