Almaza Air Force Base
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 13h 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 Almaza Air Force Base
Almaza Air Base is a Air base of the Egyptian Air Force located in Heliopolis, Cairo, Cairo Governorate. It was established as a civilian aerodrome, but was partly taken over by the British military, designated RAF Almaza. Today it is a military aerodrome of the Egyptian Air Force.
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Live weather
HEAZLive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36▸ displaced | 6,726 ft / 2,050 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 05 / 23 | 3,917 ft / 1,194 m | 164 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | CAIRO APP | 119.050 MHz |
| TWR | CAIRO TWR | 118.100 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 132.900 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Almaza Air Force Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Almaza Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for Almaza Air Force Base is HEAZ.
Where is Almaza Air Force Base located?
Almaza Air Force Base is medium airport located in El Nozha, Egypt, at an elevation of 246 ft (75 m).
How many runways does Almaza Air Force Base have?
Almaza Air Force Base has 2 runways, the longest being 6,726 ft / 2,050 m.
What time zone is Almaza Air Force Base in?
Almaza Air Force Base is in the Africa/Cairo time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Almaza Air Force Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Almaza Air Force Base is approximately 4.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Almaza Air Force Base?
The nearest airport to Almaza Air Force Base is Cairo International Airport (CAI), about 2.3 nm to the ene, followed by Inshas Air Base and Helwan Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Almaza Air Force Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.