Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban Airport facts for kids
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Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban Airport
Aérodrome de Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban
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| Airport type | Public | ||||||||||
| Serves | Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban, France | ||||||||||
| Location | Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban, France | ||||||||||
| Elevation AMSL | 1,507 ft / 459 m | ||||||||||
| Coordinates | 44°03′31″N 005°59′27″E / 44.05861°N 5.99083°E | ||||||||||
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Source: French AIP
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The Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban Airport is a small airport in France. It is located near the town of Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban. This area is in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence part of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region.
This airport is special because it's not just for regular flights. It's also home to a famous school where people learn all about flying and aviation!
Discover Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban Airport
This airport uses a special code called LFMX. This code helps identify it around the world. It is located about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) southwest of Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban.
What is an ICAO Code?
Every airport in the world has a unique code. This code is given by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Think of it like a special ID number for airports. It helps air traffic controllers and pilots know exactly which airport they are talking about. The ICAO code for Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban Airport is LFMX.
A Special School at the Airport
One of the most interesting things about this airport is that it hosts a campus of the French Civil Aviation University. This university is called École nationale de l'aviation civile in French. It is a very important school where students learn to become pilots, air traffic controllers, and other aviation experts. Having this school right at the airport means students get to learn in a real-world setting.
