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Nong Khang is a domestic airport in Houaphanh province, Laos. Construction began in 2013 but stalled for many years due to lack of funds. Construction was completed in 2023.

Airport in Xam Neua district, Houaphanh province
Nong Khang Airport
Summary
OwnerDepartment of Civil Aviation (Laos)
LocationNong Khang, Xam Neua district, Houaphanh province
OpenedMay 2023
Elevation AMSL3,566 ft / 1,087 m
Coordinates20°36′40″N 104°04′11″E / 20.61116°N 104.069833°E / 20.61116; 104.069833
Runways
Direction Length Surface
ft m
08/26 2,400
https://laotiantimes.com/2023/04/20/nong-khang-airport-sees-its-first-successful-aircraft-landing/

It is served by Lao Airlines and Lao Skyway with flights to Vientiane. It can accommodate aircraft such as the ATR 72 and Xi'an MA-60.

This airport replaces the older, smaller Nathong Airport, which was constrained in its size and liable to flight cancellations due to fog.

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