Camp Rhino Airstrip
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 13h 56m 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 Camp Rhino Airstrip
Forward operating base (FOB) Rhino, also known as Camp Rhino, was a U.S. military base located in the Registan Desert of Afghanistan, 100 nautical miles (190 km) southwest of Kandahar. It was the first U.S. land base established in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom and was in use from November 2001 to January 2002.
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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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAR003 | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL290 |
| OAR905 | Special use | Restricted | FL160 | FL290 |
| OAR904A | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL260 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Afghanistan airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Camp Rhino Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Camp Rhino Airstrip located?
Camp Rhino Airstrip is small airport located in Rigestan Desert, Afghanistan, at an elevation of 3,229 ft (984 m).
What time zone is Camp Rhino Airstrip in?
Camp Rhino Airstrip is in the Asia/Kabul time zone (UTC+04:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Camp Rhino Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Camp Rhino Airstrip is approximately 2.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Camp Rhino Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Camp Rhino Airstrip is Dwyer Airport (DWR), about 42.9 nm to the nnw, followed by Bost Airport and Camp Shorabak Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Camp Rhino Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.