Ghardabiya Airbase

Ghardabiya Airbase is a dual-function airbase for the Libyan Air Force 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) south of the Mediterranean coastal city of Sirte. It also incorporates an airport for civilian use.

Ghardabiya Airbase

Sirte Airport
United States Department of Defense reconnaissance photo of hangars at Ghardabiya
Summary
Airport typeMilitary/Public
ServesSirte, Libya
Elevation AMSL270 ft / 82 m
Coordinates31°03′38″N 16°36′42″E
Map
SRX
Location in Libya
Runways
Direction Length Surface
m ft
31/13 3,600 11,811 Asphalt
18/36 3,600 11,811 Asphalt
Source: GCM SkyVector Google Maps

All runways have 305 metres (1,001 ft) displaced thresholds.

The Sirte non-directional beacon (Ident: SRT) is located 7.8 nautical miles (14.4 km) north of the airport, in the city. The Sirte VOR-DME (Ident: SRT) is located on the field.

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