Abu Dhabi Airfield
Daylight today(Oct 13, 2026, local time)
About 11h 38m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Abu Dhabi Airfield
Abu Dhabi Airfield was the first airport in Abu Dhabi, operating from 1955 to 1969. The original terminal building remains intact, having been preserved in the center of the television and radio complex of Abu Dhabi Media Company, off Muroor Road near the junction with 17th street.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OMAE FIR | Class C | FIR | 4500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| ABU DHABI CTA I CENTRAL | Class C | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | FL155 |
| ABU DHABI CTA II WEST | Class C | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | FL155 |
| AL BATEEN CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
| OMR 54 SHAHEEN | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
| OMR 66 ABU DHABI ISLAND | Special use | Restricted | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Arab Emirates airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Landmark | 1,063 ft | 43 ft | — |
| ADNOC Headquarters | 1,024 ft | 56 ft | — |
| Sky Tower | 958 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Sun Tower | 810 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 591 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 499 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 489 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 472 ft | 23 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Abu Dhabi Airfield located?
Abu Dhabi Airfield is closed located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Abu Dhabi Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.