Karel Sadsuitubun Airport
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About Karel Sadsuitubun Airport
Karel Sadsuitubun Airport is a domestic airport located in Ibra, Southeast Maluku Regency, Kai Islands, Maluku, Indonesia. It serves the town of Langgur, the regency seat, as well as the nearby city of Tual. The airport is named after Karel Satsuit Tubun (1928–1965), a police officer from Tual who was killed during the attempted coup by the Indonesian Communist Party on 30 September 1965 and is recognized as a National Hero of Indonesia. The airport replaced the former Dumatubun Airport, which was located in the center of Langgur and is now used exclusively by the Indonesian Air Force. Karel Sadsuitubun Airport is situated approximately 12 km from Langgur and 14 km from Tual. It serves as the main gateway to the Kai Islands, with scheduled flights to Ambon, the provincial capital of Maluku, operated by Lion Air and Wings Air, as well as pioneer routes to Larat and Timika, operated by Smart Aviation.
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Live weather
WAPFLive departures & arrivals
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Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 7,710 ft / 2,350 m | — | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UJUNG PANDANG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Indonesia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Karel Sadsuitubun Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Karel Sadsuitubun Airport?
The ICAO code for Karel Sadsuitubun Airport is WAPF, and its IATA code is LUV.
Where is Karel Sadsuitubun Airport located?
Karel Sadsuitubun Airport is medium airport located in Langgur, Indonesia, at an elevation of 78 ft (24 m).
How many runways does Karel Sadsuitubun Airport have?
Karel Sadsuitubun Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 7,710 ft / 2,350 m.
Which airlines fly to Karel Sadsuitubun Airport?
Airlines historically serving Karel Sadsuitubun Airport include Illinois Airways, Lion Mentari Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Karel Sadsuitubun Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Karel Sadsuitubun Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Karel Sadsuitubun Airport in?
Karel Sadsuitubun Airport is in the Asia/Jayapura time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Karel Sadsuitubun Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Karel Sadsuitubun Airport is approximately 1.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Karel Sadsuitubun Airport?
The nearest airport to Karel Sadsuitubun Airport is Dumatubin Airport (WAPL), about 6.2 nm to the nnw.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Karel Sadsuitubun Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.