Savannah Airstrip (UG-0002)
Medium airport · Kihihi, Western Region, Uganda
Airport data
| Name | Savannah Airstrip |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UG-0002 |
| IATA | KHX |
| Elevation | 3,600 ft (1097 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | S 0°42'59" E 29°41'59" -0.71650, 29.69970 |
| Location | Kihihi, Western Region, Uganda |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 6,004 ft (1830 m) | 93 ft | Dirt | No |
Savannah Airstrip at a glance
Savannah Airstrip is a medium airport in Kihihi, Western Region, Uganda, known to airline systems as KHX. The field elevation of 3,600 ft (1097 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UG-0002 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, 02/20, offers 6,004 ft (1830 m) of dirt surface, without recorded lighting. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 02 points roughly 20° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UG-0002 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 Savannah Airstrip
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Goma International Airport | FZNA | 117 km (63 NM) |
| Gisenyi Airport | HRYG | 118 km (64 NM) |
| Kigali International Airport | HRYR | 148 km (80 NM) |
| Bukavu Kavumu Airport | FZMA | 203 km (110 NM) |
| Kamembe Airport | HRZA | 213 km (115 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Savannah Airstrip
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 3,600 ft field elevation of Savannah Airstrip 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 5 airports and airfields we list for Uganda — 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 Savannah Airstrip
What is the ICAO code of Savannah Airstrip?
The ICAO identifier of Savannah Airstrip is UG-0002, and its IATA code is KHX. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Savannah Airstrip above sea level?
Savannah Airstrip sits at an elevation of 3,600 feet (1097 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Savannah Airstrip located?
The airport lies at -0.7165, 29.6997 — in Kihihi, Western Region, Uganda, in the southern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Goma International Airport, about 117 km away.
Does UG-0002 publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UG-0002 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 Savannah Airstrip?
Savannah Airstrip has one runway. The longest, 02/20, measures 6,004 ft (1830 m) with a Dirt surface.