Al Sahra Army Air Field

Al Sahra Army Air Field is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the IQ AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Al Sahra Army Air Field is a medium airport located near Tikrit, Iraq, serving military and potentially regional aviation operations. Positioned at 34.673199N, 43.542999E with an elevation of 451 feet mean sea level, the airfield provides strategic infrastructure in the region's central terrain.

Flying Conditions

The airport features two substantial runways: a 7,341-foot asphalt surface (14L/32R) and a 10,225-foot concrete runway (14R/32L). Given its inland location, pilots can anticipate significant temperature variations and potential thermal turbulence, particularly during summer months when regional temperatures can be extreme.

Notable Features

Al Sahra Army Air Field is situated in a relatively flat geographical area around Tikrit, which should provide relatively consistent approach and departure conditions. The two parallel runways with different surface compositions offer operational flexibility and potential wind-based runway selection opportunities.

Approach Considerations

With runways oriented in a 14/32 configuration, pilots should prepare for potential crosswind scenarios, particularly during seasonal wind shifts. The substantial runway lengths (7,341 and 10,225 feet) provide significant operational margins for most military and regional aircraft types operating in this environment.