Liwa Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 13h 28m 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 Liwa Air Base
The Al-Safran Air Base is a military air base operated by the United Arab Emirates Air Force, located approximately 80 miles southwest of Abu Dhabi, near Madinat Zayed.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OMAE FIR | Class C | FIR | 4500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| OMR 54 SHAHEEN | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Arab Emirates airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Liwa Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Liwa Air Base located?
Liwa Air Base is small airport located in Zayed City, United Arab Emirates, at an elevation of 422 ft (129 m).
What time zone is Liwa Air Base in?
Liwa Air Base is in the Asia/Dubai time zone (UTC+04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Liwa Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Liwa Air Base is approximately 2.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Liwa Air Base?
The nearest airport to Liwa Air Base is Liwa Auxiliary Airfield (AE-0129), about 3.3 nm to the ne, followed by Buhasa Airport and Abu Al Abyad Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Liwa Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.