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| Sultan Azlan Shah Airport | |
|---|---|
| Name | Sultan Azlan Shah Airport |
| Nativename | Lapangan Terbang Sultan Azlan Shah |
| Iata | IPH |
| Icao | =WMAA |
| Type | Public |
| Owner | Perbadanan Menteri Besar Perak |
| Operator | Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad |
| City-served | Ipoh |
| Location | Sungai Choh, Perak |
| Elevation-f | 181 |
| Coordinates | 4°34′N 101°08′E |
| Runway1-number | 04/22 |
| Runway1-length-m | 2,540 |
| Runway1-surface | Asphalt |
Sultan Azlan Shah Airport is a domestic airport serving Ipoh, the capital of Perak, in Malaysia. Positioned near Simpang Pulai and Kampung Tawas, it connects northern Peninsular Malaysia with major domestic hubs such as Kuala Lumpur, George Town, Kota Kinabalu, and Kuching. The airport is named after Sultan Azlan Shah and functions as an important node for tourism to sites including Gua Tempurung, Cameron Highlands, and the Royal Belum State Park.
The airport handles scheduled flights, general aviation, and occasional charter services, operating under the regulatory framework of Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia and coordination with Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad. Facilities serve passengers from the Kinta District, Taiping, and surrounding areas, supporting access to landmarks such as Lost World of Tambun, Concubine Lane, and the Ipoh Railway Station. The aerodrome reference combines operational data aligned with International Civil Aviation Organization standards and International Air Transport Association codes.
Originally developed as a small airfield during the post-war era, the site expanded through successive upgrades driven by regional development plans associated with Perak State Government initiatives and federal transport policies under Ministry of Transport (Malaysia). Major terminal and runway enhancements were carried out in phases alongside projects linked to Malaysia Plans and economic strategies influenced by agencies such as Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (Malaysia) and Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation. The airport was later renamed in honour of Sultan Azlan Shah following endorsements by the Perak Royal Family and proclamations involving state officials like the Menteri Besar of Perak.
The terminal comprises arrivals and departures halls, check-in counters, security screening, and baggage handling systems conforming to standards promoted by Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia and International Civil Aviation Organization. Navigational aids include Instrument Landing System elements, VHF communications, and approaches coordinated with Air Traffic Control units based on procedures from Department of Civil Aviation templates. Apron and taxiway configurations support narrow-body aircraft such as the Airbus A320 family and Boeing 737 series used by carriers like Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, and Firefly. Ground support equipment and firefighting services align with criteria from the International Civil Aviation Organization and regional safety oversight by Asian Civil Aviation Authorities.
Scheduled carriers operating services have included Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia (including AirAsia X where applicable), and Firefly linking to domestic points such as Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Penang International Airport in George Town, and seasonal links to Borneo gateways including Kota Kinabalu International Airport and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Shah Alam when route permissions and demand allowed. Charter operations have historically served pilgrimage movements to Jeddah and leisure charters to destinations promoted by Tourism Malaysia.
Passenger throughput, aircraft movements, and cargo tonnage have varied with market trends, competition from Penang International Airport and improvements in road transport such as the North–South Expressway (Malaysia), impacting modal choices for travellers. Annual statistics are compiled by Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad and reflected in national aviation summaries developed by Department of Civil Aviation analysts and economic reports from Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation.
Ground access is provided via routes connecting to Ipoh city centre including state highways and the North–South Expressway, with shuttle and taxi services linking the terminal to hubs like Ipoh Railway Station (served by KTMB intercity and ETS services). Bus operators and private limousine services coordinate with travel agents and hoteliers such as establishments in Ipoh Old Town, Tambun, and resort areas around Gopeng. Parking facilities and car rental desks host providers affiliated with national chains and international brands present across Malaysia.
Recorded operational incidents have involved aircraft technical issues or weather-related diversions typical of regional aerodromes; responses have been coordinated with Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia, Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad emergency services, and regional emergency responders. Investigations and safety advisories have referred to protocols aligned with International Civil Aviation Organization and Asian Civil Aviation Authorities guidance, with findings disseminated through industry bulletins and aviation safety organizations.
Category:Airports in Perak Category:Ipoh Category:Airports established in the 20th century