Kalimarau Airport

Kalimarau Airport (IATA: BEJ, ICAO: WAQT) is a domestic airport that serves the town of Tanjung Redeb, the capital of Berau Regency in East Kalimantan, Indonesia. It is situated approximately 8 km (5 miles) from the town center and is located at the bank of the Berau River. The airport takes its name from the Kalimarau River, a small tributary that flows in front of the airport's terminal. As the main gateway to Tanjung Redeb and the greater Berau Regency, the airport also provides access to popular destinations such as the Derawan Islands, renowned for their rich marine biodiversity. Kalimarau Airport is currently served by regular flights to major Indonesian cities, including Jakarta, Balikpapan, Surabaya, and Makassar. In addition to its role as a commercial airport, Kalimarau Airport also hosts a military airbase operated by the Indonesian Army’s Army Aviation Center (Puspenerbad), located north of the passenger terminal. The base serves as the headquarters of the 13th Assault Squadron, which operates a fleet of Bell 412 and Airbus AS555AP Fennec 2 helicopters. Its location is considered strategically important due to its proximity to the Indonesia–Malaysia border, making it a

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