Qayyarah West Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 20m 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 Qayyarah West Airport
Qayyarah Airfield West is an Iraqi Air Force base in the Qayyarah subdistrict of Mosul District in northern Iraq. It was captured by U.S. Army during Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003. It was also known as Q–West or Key West by the various U.S. Army Forces and civilian contractors stationed there. Control of the base was returned to Iraq in March 2020.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34 | 12,088 ft / 3,684 m | 98 ft | Pem | Unlit | Closed |
| 15 / 33 | 11,486 ft / 3,501 m | 197 ft | Con | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.000 MHz |
| PMSV | METRO | 33.600 MHz |
| POST | COMD POST | 122.000 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.200 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Qayyarah West Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Qayyarah West Airport?
The ICAO code for Qayyarah West Airport is ORQW, and its IATA code is RQW.
Where is Qayyarah West Airport located?
Qayyarah West Airport is medium airport located in Qayyarah, Iraq, at an elevation of 749 ft (228 m).
How many runways does Qayyarah West Airport have?
Qayyarah West Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 12,088 ft / 3,684 m.
What time zone is Qayyarah West Airport in?
Qayyarah West Airport is in the Asia/Baghdad time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Qayyarah West Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Qayyarah West Airport is approximately 5.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Qayyarah West Airport?
The nearest airport to Qayyarah West Airport is Qayyarah South Airport (IQ-0037), about 6.8 nm to the e, followed by Mosul International Airport and Bashiqah Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Qayyarah West Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.