Katukurunda Air Force Base (KTY)

Kalutara, LK 🇱🇰 Small Airport

ICAO

VCCN

IATA

KTY

Elevation

10 ft

Region

LK-1

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Airport Information

GPS Code: VCCN

Local Code: VC14

Location: 6.55212° N, 79.977501° E

Continent: Asia

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Katukurunda Air Force Base (VCCN (KTY)) in Kalutara, LK, primarily serves as a military airbase (SLAF Katukurunda) and a domestic airport for medium/light transport aircraft. Traveler sentiment and satisfaction, as typically understood for commercial airports, are not readily available in public reviews, as the facility does not operate as a major commercial passenger hub. Civilian access seems limited, mainly to private charter flights and flight training, rather than scheduled commercial passenger services.

What Travelers Love
  • Scenic Air Transfers: Some services offer airplane or helicopter transfers to/from Katukurunda, providing a scenic and traffic-free journey for those utilizing private or charter options.
  • Support for Private Aviation: The base facilitates flying training for private tour operators and accommodates certain civil flying schools.
Common Complaints
  • Lack of Public Traveler Reviews: There is an absence of conventional traveler reviews regarding terminal facilities, amenities, security, or customs experiences, indicating it is not a primary airport for public commercial travel.
  • Limited Commercial Operations: While it handles commercial aircraft, it primarily serves as a military installation and does not appear to offer extensive scheduled commercial passenger flights or associated public amenities.
  • Restricted Public Access: Information suggests that general visitor access, such as for the Sri Lanka Air Force Museum located at a base, requires prior approval, and special approval for foreigners, further indicating its military-first nature.

In summary, Katukurunda Air Force Base is predominantly a military installation with some limited domestic and private aviation activities. Travelers seeking a conventional airport experience with a range of facilities and amenities will likely find that Katukurunda Air Force Base does not cater to such expectations, as public reviews and extensive commercial passenger services are largely absent.

Last updated: 57 days ago

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