Ben Guerir Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 14h 4m 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 Ben Guerir Air Base
Ben Guerir Air Base is a Royal Moroccan Air Force base in the Marrakesh-Safi region, located about 58 kilometres (36 mi) north of Marrakesh, near the town of Ben Guerir. It previously served as a United States Air Force base and Transatlantic Abort Landing (TAL) site for the Space Shuttle.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMA MARRAKECH | Class D | Controlled | 2100 ft MSL | FL175 |
| ATZ BENGUERIR 1 | Class D | ATZ | GND | FL085 |
| ATZ BENGUERIR 2 | Class D | ATZ | FL085 | FL195 |
| GM-P01 | Special use | Prohibited | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Morocco airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ben Guerir Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ben Guerir Air Base located?
Ben Guerir Air Base is small airport located in Ouled Ben Anou Grichate, Morocco, at an elevation of 1,406 ft (429 m).
What time zone is Ben Guerir Air Base in?
Ben Guerir Air Base is in the Africa/Casablanca time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ben Guerir Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ben Guerir Air Base is approximately 0.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ben Guerir Air Base?
The nearest airport to Ben Guerir Air Base is Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK), about 32.2 nm to the ssw, followed by Sidi Zouine Airport and Khouribga West Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ben Guerir Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.