Jiyanklis Air Base
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 12h 50m 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 Jiyanklis Air Base
Jiyanklis Air Base is a medium airport in Abu El Matamir, Egypt (ICAO HEGS). It sits at an elevation of 49 ft (15 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 9,473 ft / 2,887 m. It observes Africa/Cairo local time. The nearest airport is Gebel El Basur Air Base (HE28), about 25.4 nm to the se.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
HEGSNOTAMs
HEGSReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 9,473 ft / 2,887 m | 145 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 11 / 29 | 9,460 ft / 2,883 m | 145 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | EGYPTIAN COMMON | 130.000 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 126.100 MHz |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Jiyanklis Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Jiyanklis Air Base?
The ICAO code for Jiyanklis Air Base is HEGS.
Where is Jiyanklis Air Base located?
Jiyanklis Air Base is medium airport located in Abu El Matamir, Egypt, at an elevation of 49 ft (15 m).
How many runways does Jiyanklis Air Base have?
Jiyanklis Air Base has 2 runways, the longest being 9,473 ft / 2,887 m.
What time zone is Jiyanklis Air Base in?
Jiyanklis Air Base is in the Africa/Cairo time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Jiyanklis Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Jiyanklis 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 Jiyanklis Air Base?
The nearest airport to Jiyanklis Air Base is Gebel El Basur Air Base (HE28), about 25.4 nm to the se, followed by Alexandria International Airport and Birma Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Jiyanklis Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.