Vabel Airstrip
Daylight today(Oct 13, 2026, local time)
About 11h 10m 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 Vabel Airstrip
Vabel Airstrip is a small airport in Nikopol, Bulgaria. It sits at an elevation of 676 ft (206 m). It observes Europe/Sofia local time. The nearest airport is Svishtov Airfield (BG-0005), about 16.3 nm to the e.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LBTRA43 | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL155 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Bulgaria airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 587 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 571 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 594 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 584 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 591 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 591 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 577 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Vabel Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Vabel Airstrip located?
Vabel Airstrip is small airport located in Nikopol, Bulgaria, at an elevation of 676 ft (206 m).
What time zone is Vabel Airstrip in?
Vabel Airstrip is in the Europe/Sofia time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Vabel Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Vabel Airstrip is approximately 6.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Vabel Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Vabel Airstrip is Svishtov Airfield (BG-0005), about 16.3 nm to the e, followed by Grivitsa Airfield and Levski Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Vabel Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.