Dirab Air Base
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 42m 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 Dirab Air Base
Dirab Air base is an airbase of the Saudi Arabian National Guard located south west of Riyadh, Riyadh Governorate, Saudi Arabia.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
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 (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17H / 35H | — | — | — | Unlit | Open |
| 17CH / 35CH | — | — | — | Unlit | Open |
| 17LH / 35RH | — | — | — | Unlit | Open |
| 17RH / 35LH | — | — | — | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RIYADH TMA PART 2 | Class C | TMA | 2500 ft GND | FL195 |
| RIYADH TMA PART 1 | Class C | TMA | 700 ft GND | FL195 |
| RIYADH FINAL APP RWY33 | Class C | TMA | 700 ft GND | 11000 ft MSL |
| OEJD FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Saudi Arabia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| برج تلفزيون الرياض | — | 1,969 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Dirab Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Dirab Air Base located?
Dirab Air Base is heliport located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
How many runways does Dirab Air Base have?
Dirab Air Base has 4 runways.
What time zone is Dirab Air Base in?
Dirab Air Base is in the Asia/Riyadh time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Dirab Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Dirab Air Base is approximately 3.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Dirab Air Base?
The nearest airport to Dirab Air Base is King Salman Air Base (SA-0094), about 4.9 nm to the e, followed by Khashm Alan Air Base and Military Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Dirab Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.