Cairo West Air Base
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 52m 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 Cairo West Air Base
Cairo West AB is a military airport on the western side of Cairo, Egypt. The air base shares some infrastructure with the adjacent Sphinx International Airport.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
HECWNOTAMs
HECWReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live 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.
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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16L / 34R▸ displaced | 11,939 ft / 3,639 m | 196 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 9,125 ft / 2,781 m | 147 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 125.300 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC | 130.000 MHz |
| GND | GND | 130.000 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 127.400 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cairo West Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cairo West Air Base?
The ICAO code for Cairo West Air Base is HECW.
Where is Cairo West Air Base located?
Cairo West Air Base is medium airport located in Cairo, Egypt, at an elevation of 557 ft (170 m).
How many runways does Cairo West Air Base have?
Cairo West Air Base has 2 runways, the longest being 11,939 ft / 3,639 m.
What time zone is Cairo West Air Base in?
Cairo West Air Base is in the Africa/Cairo time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cairo West Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cairo West Air 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 Cairo West Air Base?
The nearest airport to Cairo West Air Base is Sphinx International Airport (SPX), about 1.1 nm to the wsw, followed by Sheikh Zayed City Military Airstrip and October Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cairo West Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.