Vayqan Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 33m 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 Vayqan Air Base
Vayqan Air Base is a small airport in Shabestar, Iran. It sits at an elevation of 4,200 ft (1,280 m). It observes Asia/Tehran local time. The nearest airport is Tabriz International Airport (TBZ), about 24.4 nm to the e.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TABRIZ CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | FL245 |
| TEHRAN FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| OIC 22 TABRIZ | Special use | Warning | GND | FL220 |
| OID 42 TABRIZ | Special use | Danger | GND | FL200 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Iran airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Vayqan Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Vayqan Air Base located?
Vayqan Air Base is small airport located in Shabestar, Iran, at an elevation of 4,200 ft (1,280 m).
What time zone is Vayqan Air Base in?
Vayqan Air Base is in the Asia/Tehran time zone (UTC+03:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Vayqan Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Vayqan Air Base is approximately 5.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Vayqan Air Base?
The nearest airport to Vayqan Air Base is Tabriz International Airport (TBZ), about 24.4 nm to the e, followed by Urmia Airport and Khoy Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Vayqan Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.