Karibib Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 10h 55m 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 Karibib Airport
Karibib Air Force Base is an air base near the central Namibian town of Karibib. Since 2016, the headquarters of the Namibian Air Force are located here. Air Force Command had previously been at the Grootfontein Air Force Base.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
FYKALive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLD AREA OUTSIDE NW >FL145 | Class A | Controlled | FL145 | FL660 |
| ABOVE GLIDERZONE NORTH | Class A | Controlled | FL195 | FL660 |
| WALFISHBAY TMZ (70NM) | Special use | TMZ | GND | FL145 |
| GLD SECTOR NW FYA 139 | Special use | Gliding sector | FL145 | FL195 |
| NORTH TMZ | Special use | TMZ | FL145 | FL195 |
| FYM 401 ETIRO (NOTAM) | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL250 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Namibia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Giftkuppe | — | 4,308 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Karibib Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Karibib Airport?
The ICAO code for Karibib Airport is FYKA.
Where is Karibib Airport located?
Karibib Airport is small airport located in Karibib, Namibia, at an elevation of 3,829 ft (1,167 m).
What time zone is Karibib Airport in?
Karibib Airport is in the Africa/Windhoek time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Karibib Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Karibib Airport is approximately 11.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Karibib Airport?
The nearest airport to Karibib Airport is Albrechts Aistrip (NA-0145), about 11 nm to the ese, followed by Ameib Ranch Airstrip and Kamombombe East Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Karibib Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.