Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
An East Valley airport with a distinct Phoenix-Mesa identity and FAA location identifier IWA.
Search aircraft on LineaumPhoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is the specified East Valley origin for the Puerto Vallarta route. The airport authority uses AZA, while FAA records use location identifier IWA and ICAO KIWA. Those identifiers describe Gateway and should not be confused with Phoenix Sky Harbor or Scottsdale.
The airport authority lists multiple runways and FBO services. Confirm the current provider, aircraft acceptance and movement arrangements, and use the passenger’s final metro-area address to assess the ground transfer.
- Distance
- Southeast of Mesa and the Phoenix metro centre
- Runway
- Up to 10,401 ft / 3,170m
- Operating
- Airport is open around the clock; confirm current airport, FBO and movement availability.
- Fuel
- Confirm current FBO and fuel availability
- Customs
- Confirm current customs and immigration arrangements before an international movement.
- FBOs
- 1 listed
Private aviation suitability
The airport authority uses AZA; FAA records identify the location as IWA and the ICAO code as KIWA. This is not Phoenix Sky Harbor or Scottsdale.
- Mesa and East Valley access
- Historical Phoenix-Mesa-specific route requests
Key operational facts
Airport access and operating details should be confirmed for the aircraft and requested date.
- Runway summary
- Up to 10,401 ft / 3,170m
- Published hours
- Airport is open around the clock; confirm current airport, FBO and movement availability.
- Fuel
- Confirm current FBO and fuel availability
- Customs
- Confirm current customs and immigration arrangements before an international movement.
- ICAO
- KIWA
- IATA
- AZA
- Facility type
- airport
Runway information
Runway dimensions are one part of an aircraft performance assessment; weather, weight, temperature, runway condition and operator approvals also matter.
- Identifier
- 12C/30C
- Length
- 3,170m
- Width
- 46m
- Surface
- Asphalt
- Identifier
- 12L/30R
- Length
- 3,048m
- Width
- 46m
- Surface
- Asphalt
Slots, PPR and operating context
Coordination requirements can vary by movement, season and airport procedure.
- Slots
- Coordinate current parking, handling and operating requirements with the selected FBO.
- Other constraints
- The airport is southeast of central Phoenix; the final address should guide comparison with other metro-area airports.
FBO and handling
The providers listed here are identified in airport or authority information; confirm current availability and services for the movement.
Gateway Aviation Services
Aircraft suitability
Aircraft selection remains subject to performance calculations, passenger and baggage requirements, weather, runway condition and operator approval.
- Aircraft accepted by the current airport/FBO and supported by performance calculations
Runway dimensions do not guarantee aircraft acceptance; confirm runway, handling, parking, weather and movement procedures.
Access to Mesa
Ground transfer times are approximate and traffic-dependent.
- Distance
- Approximately 20 miles southeast of downtown Mesa
- Planning note
- Phoenix-Mesa Gateway is not a default substitute for Phoenix Sky Harbor or Scottsdale.
Destination served
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Connected private jet routes
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Frequently asked questions: AZA
Which airport is used for Phoenix-Mesa?
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA; FAA location identifier IWA; ICAO KIWA) is used for the route.
Is Gateway Airport the same as Phoenix Sky Harbor?
No. They are distinct airports serving different parts of the metropolitan area.
Does Gateway serve every Phoenix-area destination?
No. The final address and aircraft/handling plan should guide a comparison with other airports.
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