Airport Name and ICAO/IATA Code
Trapani–Birgi Airport (ICAO: LICT / IATA: TPS)
Location (City, Country)
Trapani, Italy
Airport Type & Size
Joint civil-military airport with 1 main runway; handles medium commercial traffic, supports aircraft from Boeing 737 up to Boeing 767
Why should this airport be added to World of Airports?
Trapani–Birgi is a strategic Ryanair hub in southern Italy offering a mix of domestic and international routes across Europe and the Mediterranean. Its dual-use nature, supporting both civil and military operations, along with a unique location on the western coast of Sicily, makes it a compelling and diverse airport for players. It’s also one of Italy’s key southern gateways, underrepresented in global airport games. In future updates, this airport could introduce a unique gameplay mechanic allowing both civilian and military flight operations to coexist. Military aircraft such as the Eurofighter Typhoon (EF-2000), Boeing E-2, F-18, F-15, F-35, and more could be added to simulate real-life activity at this active NATO and Italian Air Force base. Trapani–Birgi’s strategic location also makes it a central Mediterranean hub for military, humanitarian, and logistical missions, adding new depth to long-haul and tactical gameplay.
Major Airlines & Routes
Ryanair operates frequent flights to Italian cities such as Rome, Milan, Bologna, Pisa, and to international destinations including Katowice, Bratislava, Seville, London (Stansted), Manchester, and Malta. Danish Air Transport (DAT) also operates regional flights using ATR 72 aircraft.
Unique Features or Challenges
- Dual-use airport with significant military infrastructure (home to the Italian Air Force’s 37° Stormo)
- Dedicated military aprons and parking stands
- Coastal airport with frequent wind and visibility challenges
- Plays a role in NATO operations and emergency deployments
- Civilian terminal is compact, but apron layout allows for diverse traffic operations
Optional: Links, images, maps, or videos
Aeroporto di Trapani-Birgi - Wikipedia
