Ali Al Salem Air Base

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

Overview

Ali Al Salem Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in Al Damaikhi, Kuwait, serving critical regional aviation operations at an elevation of 472 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 29.344632, 47.511215, the base features two parallel runways, each 9,805 feet long with a PEM (Paved, Equipped, Maintained) surface.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates highly favorable flying conditions, with VFR conditions prevalent 81.2% of the time. The wind predominantly blows from the northwest at an average of 9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 28 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 2°C to 46°C, with an average of 22°C, which pilots should consider for performance calculations.

Notable Features

Both runways (12L/30R and 12R/30L) offer identical 100% favorable wind alignments with an average crosswind of just 4 knots. The airport experiences minimal low visibility events, with fog present only 1.5% of the time and visibility typically exceeding 10 statute miles. September, October, and November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently predictable approach conditions due to the airport's stable wind patterns and high percentage of VFR weather. The parallel runway configuration provides operational flexibility, with both runways offering similar wind characteristics. Given the northwest prevailing winds, approaches on runway headings 120 and 300 are typically most aligned with natural wind conditions.