Rikaze (Shigatse) Peace Airport, Shigatse Heping Airport, or Shigatse Air Base, is a dual-use military and civilian airport serving Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet Autonomous Region, China. It is located in Jangdam Township, 43 kilometres (27 mi) from Shigatse. Situated at an elevation of 3,782 metres (12,408 ft), it is one of the highest airports in the world.
Airport Information | |
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Name | Xigaze Peace Airport / Shigatse Air Base |
City | Xigazê (Samzhubzê) |
Country | China |
IATA Code | RKZ |
Latitude | 29.3519 |
Longitude | 89.311401 |
Elevation (feet) | 3782 |
Wikipedia | Wikipedia link |