Malaysia · Asia-Pacific
RMAF Butterworth Air Base
WMKB · Butterworth. We can arrange support at this airport. Tell our operations desk what the movement needs and we will confirm what is available.
Airport identity
What we hold for this airport
Identity from our global aviation directory. The operational values below were read from the State's own publication, each with its source.
- ICAO
- WMKB
- IATA
- BWH
- City
- Butterworth
- Country
- Malaysia
- Region
- Asia-Pacific
- Position
- 5.4659, 100.3910
Source: OurAirports open data (public domain dedication). Identity only.
From the State's publication
Source
- Published by
- AIP Malaysia (State aeronautical information service)
- Source type
- State authority (CAA, AIP or ministry)
- Last checked
- 2026-09-15
Source
- Published by
- AIP Malaysia (State aeronautical information service)
- Source type
- State authority (CAA, AIP or ministry)
- Last checked
- 2026-09-15
Source
- Published by
- AIP Malaysia (State aeronautical information service)
- Source type
- State authority (CAA, AIP or ministry)
- Last checked
- 2026-09-15
Source
- Published by
- AIP Malaysia (State aeronautical information service)
- Source type
- State authority (CAA, AIP or ministry)
- Last checked
- 2026-09-15
Source
- Published by
- AIP Malaysia (State aeronautical information service)
- Source type
- State authority (CAA, AIP or ministry)
- Last checked
- 2026-09-15
Common questions
What is the ICAO code for RMAF Butterworth Air Base?
The ICAO code is WMKB.
What is the IATA code for RMAF Butterworth Air Base?
The IATA code is BWH.
What are the WMKB airport codes?
RMAF Butterworth Air Base is WMKB by ICAO and BWH by IATA. Operators and flight plans use the ICAO code; tickets and baggage use the IATA code.
Where is WMKB located?
RMAF Butterworth Air Base serves Butterworth.
What are the coordinates of WMKB?
5.4659, 100.3910. This is the directory position for identifying the aerodrome; operational planning uses the current AIP.
What kind of aerodrome is WMKB?
The global directory classifies WMKB as a medium airport. It carries no scheduled airline service, which does not affect whether we can arrange support there.
What other airports are near WMKB?
Other aerodromes we can arrange support at in this country include WMKK/KUL Kuala Lumpur International Airport, WMKF Simpang Airport, WMKI/IPH Sultan Azlan Shah Airport, WMKJ/JHB Senai International Airport.
What we can arrange
Our services at this airport
Contact our 24/7 operations desk to confirm support at this airport.
Flight Permits
Overflight and landing, arranged with the state
ExploreFlight Support
Complete trip planning, coordinated as one movement
ExploreGround Handling
Ramp, passengers and turnaround at the stand
ExploreFuel Provision
Jet A1, JP-8 and 100LL, uplifted where you need it
ExploreAirline Catering
In-flight catering to the standard the cabin expects
ExploreHotel Reservation
Crew and passenger accommodation near the airport
ExploreAircraft Charter
Private charter for individuals and corporations
ExploreSupport at WMKB
Tell us the aircraft, the route and the dates. We will confirm what we can arrange here and what it needs.