Charts
Charts for the OBBB FIR may be found on the Bahrain eAIP under the 'Aerodromes section' to the left hand side (Part 3).
General Information
Bahrain International Airport (OBBI/BAH) is the the main international gateway to the Kingdom of Bahrain, located in Muharraq, approximately 7 kilometers northeast of Bahrain's capital, Manama. The airport has history dating back to 1927 and is the oldest international airport in the Persian Gulf. Bahrain International Airport is home to Gulf Air, Texel Air and DHL International. The airport plays a vital role in connecting Bahrain to the world through numerous international airlines and routes.
Aerodrome Details
| Aerodrome ICAO | Airport Name | Airport Coordinates | Airport Runways | Airport Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBBI | Bahrain International Airport | 26.2672° N, 50.6303° E | 30R/12L | 8ft |
Runways
Bahrain International Airport has 4 published runways, 30R/12L and 30L/12R. Runway 30L/12R are officially disused and are no longer in use and serve as taxiway 'Alpha'.
| Runway | Dimensions | True Bearing | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30R | 3964M x 60M | 300 | 8ft |
| 12L | 3964M x 60M | 120 | 8ft |
Declared Distances
| Runway | TORA (M) | TODA (M) | ASDA (M) | LDA (M) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30R | 3964M | 3964M | 3964M | 3657M |
| 12L | 3964M | 3964M | 3964M | 3657M |
Air Traffic Services
Bahrain International Airport (OBBI/BAH) is a fully controlled airport.
Airspaces
| Airspace Type | Airspace | Class | Vertical Limits | Controller |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Control Zone | Bahrain CTR | D | SFC - 2500ft | OBBI_TWR |
| Terminal Maneuvering Area | Bahrain TMA | D | 1000ft - 4500ft | OBBI_APP |
| Terminal Maneuvering Area | Bahrain TMA | C | 4500ft - FL150 | OBBI_APP |
| Terminal Maneuvering Area | Bahrain TMA | A | FL150 - FL170 | OBBI_APP |
ATS Callsigns
| Radio Callsign | Logon Callsign | Abbreviation | Frequency (MHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bahrain ATIS | OBBI_ATIS | ATIS | 127.200 |
| Bahrain Delivery | OBBI_DEL | DLV | 121.900 |
| Bahrain Ground | OBBI_GND | SMC | 121.850 |
| Bahrain Tower | OBBI_TWR | TWR | 118.500 |
| Bahrain Director | OBBI_F_APP | APP | 119.100 |
| Bahrain Approach | OBBI_APP | APP | 127.850 |
Pilot Responsibilities
In accordance with the VATSIM Code of Conduct Section B (Pilot's Conduct) we expect pilots to be complient and operating their aircraft in accordance with the regulations set out by the VATSIM Network. Any pilots found not to be operating in accordance with VATSIMs Code of Conduct will be reported.
- Pilots must be familiar and proficient with the operation of their aircraft prior to connecting to the VATSIM Network and shall comply with all agreed air traffic control clearances or instructions.
- Pilots are expected to be operating an up to date AIRAC cycle in order to comply with any instructions and route clearances whether they be on the ground or in the air.
- Pilots who are unfamilar with an airspace shall educate themselves by first observing operations and/or studying porcedures used in that location. Pilots are expected to undergo reasonable preparation for their intended flight.
- Pilots shall be expected to promptly comply with basic air traffic control instructions that are applicable to their flight rules.
- Pilots should have access to airport charts to aid and prepare properly for their flight.