Shank Air Base
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 58m 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 Shank Air Base
Forward Operating Base Shank was a forward operating base of the U.S. military, located in Logar Province of eastern Afghanistan, about 12 km south-east of the city of Baraki Barak. During Operation Enduring freedom, FOB Shank was one of the most heavily rocketed forward operating bases in Afghanistan. In 2014, the base was turned over to Afghan National Army, who established Camp Maiwand at the northern end of the FOB. American forces later returned and reoccupied the southern portion of the FOB, under the name Camp Dahlke.
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Live weather
OASHNOTAMs
OASHReference 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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAR002 | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL290 |
| OAR902 | Special use | Restricted | FL160 | FL290 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Afghanistan airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Shank Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Shank Air Base?
The ICAO code for Shank Air Base is OASH, and its IATA code is OAA.
Where is Shank Air Base located?
Shank Air Base is small airport located in Baraki Barak, Afghanistan, at an elevation of 6,890 ft (2,100 m).
What time zone is Shank Air Base in?
Shank Air Base is in the Asia/Kabul time zone (UTC+04:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Shank Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Shank Air Base is approximately 3.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Shank Air Base?
The nearest airport to Shank Air Base is Logar Airport (AF-0021), about 4.7 nm to the nw, followed by Mohammad Agha Wuluswali Airport and Kutub Khel Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Shank Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.