RunwayAl Abraq International Airport
Multi-Universe Rankings & Statistical Standing
🔬 Operational & Aerodrome Engineering Comparative Analysis
Elevation & Atmospheric Density
Operating at 2,157 ft (657 m MSL), true airspeed (TAS) on approach and takeoff roll is moderately higher than indicated airspeed (IAS). Engines experience slight thrust lapse under elevated summer temperatures, necessitating conservative density-altitude dispatch calculations for fully laden twin-engine commercial transports.
Regional Density & Alternates (100 NM)
Al Abraq International Airport serves as the primary heavy aerodrome in its regional cluster. Its longest runway (11,824 ft) exceeds all 1 qualifying commercial aerodromes within 100 NM, establishing it as the designated regional alternate and priority diversion threshold for widebody traffic encountering in-flight abnormalities.
Fleet Compatibility & Ground Roll
With its longest runway exceeding 10,500 ft (3,604 m) and paved surface engineering, Al Abraq International Airport meets the operational runway criteria for unrestricted long-haul operations by Code 4E and 4F heavy widebody aircraft, including the Airbus A380-800, Boeing 747-8, Airbus A350-1000, and Boeing 777-300ER at high operational weights.
🛫 Physical Runway Inventory & Surface Engineering
| Runway Designator | Length (ft / m) | Width (ft / m) | Surface Material | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 11,824 ft (3604m) | 148 ft (45m) | Asphalt (ASP) | ❌ Unlighted | ✅ Active |
| 03/21 | 6,214 ft (1894m) | 190 ft (58m) | Asphalt (ASP) | ❌ Unlighted | ✅ Active |
🧭 Comparative Aerodromes (100 NM Radius, ≥5,000 ft Paved)
Great-circle Haversine spatial proximity matching for commercial facilities with paved runway capacity within 100 NM.
| Aerodrome Name | IATA | Distance | Longest Runway | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benina International Airport (Benina) | BEN | 95 NM (175.9 km) | 11,732 ft | ✅ Lighted |