Baledogle Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 12h 16m 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 Baledogle Airfield
Baledogle Airfield, also called Wanlaweyn Airstrip, is the largest military air base in Somalia, about 90 kilometers northwest of the capital, Mogadishu. The airfield was constructed in the 1970s for the Somali Air Force with assistance of the Soviet Union. It was later expanded on and modernized by the United States during the 2010s.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | — | 132.500 MHz |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOGADISHU TMA | Class D | TMA | 4500 ft MSL | FL145 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Somalia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Baledogle Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Baledogle Airfield located?
Baledogle Airfield is small airport located in Wanlaweyn, Somalia, at an elevation of 297 ft (91 m).
What time zone is Baledogle Airfield in?
Baledogle Airfield is in the Africa/Mogadishu time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Baledogle Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Baledogle Airfield is approximately 0.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Baledogle Airfield?
The nearest airport to Baledogle Airfield is K50 Airstrip (SO-0001), about 41.6 nm to the sse, followed by Dayniile Airport and Uadan Highway Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Baledogle Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.