Allama Iqbal International Airport / OPLA
General Information
Allama Iqbal International Airport (OPLA) is a major international airport located in Lahore. It handles a mix of domestic and international operations, including wide-body traffic.
The airport experiences peak congestion during evening hours.
Key Data
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| ICAO | OPLA |
| Coordinates | 31.5203° N, 74.4058° E |
| Elevation | 714 ft |
| Transition Level | FL060 |
Runways
| Runway | Length (ft) | Length (m) | Surface | ILS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18R / 36L | 8,999 | 2743 | Asphalt | Yes |
| 18L / 36R | 11,024 | 3360 | Asphalt | Yes |
Frequencies
| Position | Callsign | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| GND | Lahore Ground | 118.400 |
| TWR | Lahore Tower | 118.100 |
| APP | Lahore Approach | 121.300 |
| CTR | Lahore Control | 127.500 |
| ATIS | Lahore Information | 126.300 |
Aprons & Stands
- Terminal Apron
- Cargo Apron
- General Aviation Apron
- Remote Apron
Parking
- Gates 3–9 (Jet bridges)
- Cargo: 1–2, 10–11
- Remote: 12–20
- GA near old terminal
Departure Procedures
General
- Start-up includes SID and clearance
- Initial climb typically FL140
Taxi
- Taxiway P closed
- Hold at Q
Takeoff
- Expect standard sequencing
- Follow SID restrictions
Transition Altitude
4000 ft
Arrival Procedures
General
- Follow STAR + ATC vectors
- Preferred approach: ILS 36R
Notes
- Expect vectoring
- Maintain altitude restrictions
Transition Level
Typically FL060
Pilot Notes
- Check charts before flight
- Monitor ATIS
- Expect busy traffic periods
Summary
OPLA is a busy international airport with dual runway operations and structured ATC, requiring adherence to procedures and sequencing.
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