Airport Overview
Wajir International Airport is a crucial aviation facility located in Wajir Town, Wajir County. It serves as an important gateway to the north-eastern region of the country and plays a vital role in facilitating passenger and cargo transportation. The airport is equipped with a modern terminal building, runway, and navigation systems to support both domestic and international flights.
However, like many airports, Wajir International Airport faces certain bottlenecks and procedural issues that can affect operators and customers. One key bottleneck is stringent security measures due to the Airport’s location within the military camp, while necessary, can sometimes cause delays during the screening process.
The airport has been crucial and has acted as the central point for emergency relief ‘Heli-ops’ (2019) in Wajir, Mandera, Moyale and Garissa.
Effective communication and coordination between airport authorities, airlines, military leadership, and relevant government agencies can help minimize delays and improve overall operational efficiency.
There are no freight companies, but different airlines bring in and out their cargo.
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Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Kenya |
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County |
Wajir |
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Nearest Town or City |
Wajir 3.5 km |
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Airport’s Complete Name |
Wajir International Airport |
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Latitude |
1°44'00"N |
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Longitude |
40°05'30"E |
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Elevation (ft and m) |
770 ft (235 m) |
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IATA Code |
WJR |
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ICAO Code |
HKWJ |
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Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Kenya Airports Authority |
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Management Contact Person |
Name: Ali Godana Title: Area Manager Tel: 0722268540 |
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Open From (hours) |
0630 |
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Open To (hours) |
18:30 |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Renegade Air
Renegade Air is a regional airline based at Wilson Airport in Nairobi, Kenya. Renegade Air was founded in 2012. It now serves the market between Wilson Airport, Wajir Airport and Kisumu International Airport, using Bombardier Dash 8-Q300 aircraft along these routes.
Their specialities include scheduled Passenger Services, Cargo Delivery, Private Charters, Evacuation Flights, ACMI Leasing, Relief Services
Contacts.
I-Fly Air Solutions Services
I Fly Air was issued with an Air Service License in 2020.
Their specialities include scheduled Passenger Services, Cargo Delivery, Private Charters,
Contacts.
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HQ: Aerlink building
Wilson Airport, Nairobi
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Information on Wajir International Airport is scanty being a security installation. But it receives up to 15 flights a day. 2 for passengers and others for cargo and those making a stopover to refuel.
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Performance for YEAR |
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Per Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
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Total Aircraft Movements |
5,400 |
450 |
15 |
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Total Passengers |
36,000 |
3,000 |
100 |
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Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
N/A |
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Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
Passenger and parcel services |
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Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
None currently but ECHO flight and UNHAS used to transit through the airport |
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Runways
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Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
Length: 2,780 metres Width: 55 metres |
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Orientation |
15/33 |
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Surface |
paved |
Helicopter Pad(s)
Not present but helicopters are guided where to land.
Airport Infrastructure Details
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Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
No |
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Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
No |
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Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refuelling |
No |
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Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
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Cargo terminal |
No |
Ground Power (mobile) |
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Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
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Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
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Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
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Catering Services |
No |
De-icing Equipment |
Yes |
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Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
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Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
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NDB |
No |
VOR |
Yes |
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ILS |
Yes |
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Airport Operating Details
Scanty information due to the Airport being a security installation.
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Operating Details |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
E145 |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
N/a |
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Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
N/a |
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Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
N/A |
Customs Guidance
N/A
Storage Facilities
N/A
FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
Fuel is provided by private companies.
Security
Airport security and KDF
There is high security in and around the airport provided by the Airport Police and the Kenya Defence Force.
