Chayka Naval Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 15h 5m 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 Chayka Naval Air Base
Chayka Naval Air Base is a heliport in Tihina, Bulgaria (ICAO LBWC). It sits at an elevation of 7 ft (2 m). It observes Europe/Sofia local time. The nearest airport is Varna Airport (VAR), about 2.8 nm to the nnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
LBWCLive 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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMA 1 VARNA | Class C | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | FL175 |
| CTR LBWN | Class D | CTR | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Bulgaria airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 125 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 128 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 961 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Chayka Naval Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Chayka Naval Air Base?
The ICAO code for Chayka Naval Air Base is LBWC.
Where is Chayka Naval Air Base located?
Chayka Naval Air Base is heliport located in Tihina, Bulgaria, at an elevation of 7 ft (2 m).
What time zone is Chayka Naval Air Base in?
Chayka Naval Air Base is in the Europe/Sofia time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chayka Naval Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chayka Naval Air Base is approximately 6.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chayka Naval Air Base?
The nearest airport to Chayka Naval Air Base is Varna Airport (VAR), about 2.8 nm to the nnw, followed by Suvorovo Airstrip and Balchik Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chayka Naval Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.