Sakhir Air Base

OBKH

Zallaq, BH

Last Updated
Mar 5, 08:00Z

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Currently using: OBBI
Weather Source: Bahrain International Airport (OBBI)
Distance: 15nm / 28km from OBKH

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
17 kt
310°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR OBBI 050800Z 31017KT CAVOK 19/12 Q1021 NOSIG
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (49 ft)
Pressure Alt
-184 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 308 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF OBBI 050500Z 0506/0612 33014KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:51Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 14 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BKH
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
10,499 ft 148 ft ASPH
13.0 kt 10.9 kt
140° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Sakhir Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OBKH
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 49 ft MSL

Location

City: Zallaq
Country: BH
Latitude: 26.034533°
Longitude: 50.524544°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Sakhir Air Base

Sakhir Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the BH AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Sakhir Air Base (OBKH) is located in Zallaq, BH at an elevation of 49 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (17/35), with the longest at 10,499 feet.

Airport Overview

Sakhir Air Base serves Zallaq in BH. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (17/35) with asph surface. The longest runway measures 10,499 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from OBKH, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.