Bahrain International Circuit Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 45m 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 Bahrain International Circuit Heliport
Bahrain International Circuit Heliport is a heliport in Sakhir, Bahrain. It observes Asia/Bahrain local time. The nearest airport is Sakhir Air Base (OBKH), about 0.7 nm to the ene.
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(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISA CTR | Class B | CTR | GND | 8000 ft MSL |
| BAHRAIN TMA | Class C | TMA | 4500 ft MSL | FL150 |
| BAHRAIN TMA | Class D | TMA | 1000 ft GND | 4500 ft MSL |
| SAKHIR AIRBASE CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| OBR66 BAHRAIN | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
| OBR57 BAHRAIN | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Bahrain airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| S1 | 12.2 nm | 022° | Compulsory |
| E | 12.4 nm | 050° | Compulsory |
| W | 14.1 nm | 001° | Compulsory |
| S2 | 15.1 nm | 024° | Compulsory |
| N2 | 17.4 nm | 025° | Compulsory |
| N1 | 21.7 nm | 028° | Compulsory |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bahrain International Circuit Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bahrain International Circuit Heliport located?
Bahrain International Circuit Heliport is heliport located in Sakhir, Bahrain.
What time zone is Bahrain International Circuit Heliport in?
Bahrain International Circuit Heliport is in the Asia/Bahrain time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bahrain International Circuit Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bahrain International Circuit Heliport is approximately 2.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bahrain International Circuit Heliport?
The nearest airport to Bahrain International Circuit Heliport is Sakhir Air Base (OBKH), about 0.7 nm to the ene, followed by Sheik Isa Air Base and Bahrain International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bahrain International Circuit Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.