Weihai Air Base (威海 Weihai International Airport)

Summary

Operating Country 🇨🇳 China
Location 🇨🇳 China
Status Active
UsageMilitary only
Operating OrganizationPeople's Liberation Army Air Force

Description

Weihai Dashuipo International Airport is a dual-use airport serving Weihai in Shandong province, China. It functions as both a public and military facility. A comprehensive renovation and expansion project for the airport was completed in July 2005. It is classified as a class 4D airport, equipped with advanced communication and navigation systems, lighting, Instrument Landing System (ILS), firefighting capabilities, and various ground support vehicles. The airport maintains a complete system of air traffic control, maintenance, security, transportation, public security, and logistics services. Its facilities are capable of handling aircraft up to the size of a Boeing 767 and Airbus A300. Due to its military presence, landing and takeoff procedures at Weihai Airport are sometimes conducted with all window shades down.

Location & Details

Map of Weihai Air Base
Coordinates37.1869°N, 122.2289°E
Elevation44 m (144 ft)
IATA codeWEH
ICAO codeZSWH
Runways
  • 02/20 [2600 m]
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