Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport - Suweihan Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 13h 31m 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 Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport - Suweihan Air Base
Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport, also known as Sweihan Air Base, is a military airport located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The airbase was built somewhere around 1988-1990 and it was just a runway, short taxiway and an apron, till 2010 where it underwent a major upgrade, which included new 3800m CAT II runway, new taxiways parallel to the runway, more parking’s and newer facilities for the airport. The expansion was completed in 2014.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 7,080 ft / 2,158 m | 200 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OMAE FIR | Class C | FIR | 4500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| ABU DHABI CTA I CENTRAL | Class C | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | FL155 |
| ABU DHABI CTA III NORTH | Class C | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | 3000 ft MSL |
| OMR 54 SHAHEEN | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
| OMR 80 SWEIHAN | Special use | Restricted | GND | 2000 ft GND |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Arab Emirates airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport - Suweihan Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport - Suweihan Air Base located?
Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport - Suweihan Air Base is small airport located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, at an elevation of 88 ft (27 m).
How many runways does Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport - Suweihan Air Base have?
Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport - Suweihan Air Base has 1 runway, the longest being 7,080 ft / 2,158 m.
What time zone is Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport - Suweihan Air Base in?
Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport - Suweihan Air Base is in the Asia/Dubai time zone (UTC+04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport - Suweihan Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport - Suweihan Air Base is approximately 2.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport - Suweihan Air Base?
The nearest airport to Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport - Suweihan Air Base is KIZAD Airport (OMAG), about 14.3 nm to the nnw, followed by Zayed International Airport and Ghantoot Naval Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Abu Dhabi Northeast Airport - Suweihan Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.