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Bucholz Army Air Field (KWA/PKWA) is a U.S. Army airfield on Kwajalein Island in the Republic of the Marshall Islands. It supports the Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defense Test Site and the Kwajalein Atoll community, with a single asphalt runway and restricted access. The field is not a public commercial airport; most flights are military, contractor, or authorized United Airlines Island Hopper services.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors keep a lightweight folder with orders, passport, and sponsor contact for the multiple ID checks, and they pack a refillable water bottle because the small terminal can be warm during delays.
🚖 Getting There
Transport to and from the airfield is arranged through your sponsor, employer, or military command; there is no public taxi or bus service at the terminal. On Kwajalein Island, most people walk, bicycle, or use base shuttles because distances are short. Confirm pickup, baggage, and access procedures before arrival, as the island is controlled and space is limited.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can anyone fly into Bucholz Army Air Field?
A: No. Access is restricted to authorized military personnel, contractors, and approved visitors; leisure tourism is not generally permitted.
Q: What airlines serve KWA?
A: United Airlines operates occasional Island Hopper flights under military/contractor arrangements, but there is no regular public commercial service.
Q: Where is the airport located?
A: It is on Kwajalein Island in Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands, in the western Pacific Ocean.
Q: What are the airport codes?
A: IATA is KWA and ICAO is PKWA.
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