Illizi Takhamalt Airport (DAAP)
Medium airport · Illizi, Illizi Province, Algeria
Airport data
| Name | Illizi Takhamalt Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | DAAP |
| IATA | VVZ |
| Elevation | 1,778 ft (542 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 26°43'25" E 8°37'22" 26.72350, 8.62265 |
| Location | Illizi, Illizi Province, Algeria |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 9,843 ft (3000 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Illizi Takhamalt Airport at a glance
Illizi Takhamalt Airport is a medium airport in Illizi, Illizi Province, Algeria, known to airline systems as VVZ. The field elevation of 1,778 ft (542 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at DAAP are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 09/27, offers 9,843 ft (3000 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 09 points roughly 90° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for DAAP shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Illizi Takhamalt Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Zarzaitine - In Aménas Airport | DAUZ | 179 km (97 NM) |
| Ghat Airport | HLGT | 232 km (125 NM) |
| Tiska Djanet Airport | DAAJ | 284 km (153 NM) |
| Amguid Regional Airport | DZ-0016 | 330 km (178 NM) |
| Ghadames Airport | HLTD | 395 km (213 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Illizi Takhamalt Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,778 ft field elevation of Illizi Takhamalt Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 39 airports and airfields we list for Algeria — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Illizi Takhamalt Airport
What is the ICAO code of Illizi Takhamalt Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Illizi Takhamalt Airport is DAAP, and its IATA code is VVZ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Illizi Takhamalt Airport above sea level?
Illizi Takhamalt Airport sits at an elevation of 1,778 feet (542 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Illizi Takhamalt Airport located?
The airport lies at 26.7235, 8.6227 — in Illizi, Illizi Province, Algeria, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Zarzaitine - In Aménas Airport, about 179 km away.
Does DAAP publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for DAAP appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Illizi Takhamalt Airport?
Illizi Takhamalt Airport has one runway. The longest, 09/27, measures 9,843 ft (3000 m) with a ASP surface.