Takengon Rembele Airport
Takengon Rembele Airport, identified by its IATA code TXE and ICAO code WITK,
serves the city of Takengon in the Central Aceh Regency, located in Aceh,
Sumatra Island, Indonesia. Positioned amidst the Gayo highland, renowned for its
coffee production and pristine natural landscapes like Lake Laut Tawar, this
airport acts as a significant gateway to the region. It stands approximately 193
kilometers away from Kota Banda Aceh and around 20 kilometers from Kota Takengon.
In an effort to stimulate tourism development in the area, substantial
renovations were undertaken at the airport between 2014 and 2016. The terminal
area, initially spanning 400 square meters, was expanded to cover 1000 square
meters.
Terminal Facilities
Following the completion of renovations in 2016, the airport's modernized
terminal was inaugurated by President Joko Widodo on March 2, 2016. Designed to
accommodate approximately 200,000 passengers annually, the revamped terminal
boasts state-of-the-art facilities and underwent significant interior remodeling.
Airport Management
The operations of Takengon Rembele Airport fall under the jurisdiction of UPT
Ditjen Hubud, a regulatory body operating under the Ministry of Transportation,
Indonesia.
Public Transportation
Various taxi services, including minivans and car rentals, are readily available
from numerous service providers stationed outside the arrival hall.
Parking Facilities
Ample parking spaces for vehicles are conveniently located within walking
distance from the terminal building.
Technical Specifications
Situated at an elevation of 1,310 meters (4,298 feet) above sea level, the
airport features a single runway designated 09/27. The runway, paved with
asphalt, spans dimensions of 2,250 meters in length and 30 meters in width.
Airlines and Destinations
Wings Air operates scheduled commercial flights to Medan from Takengon Rembele
Airport, facilitating connectivity to various destinations.
| Airlines | Destinations |
| Wings Air | Medan |
Contact Information
Bale Atu, Bukit
Bener Meriah Regency
Aceh 24582
Indonesia
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