Medium airport · Bagram, Afghanistan
Bagram Airfield
The main one measures 3,602 by 46 metres (11,819 ft × 151 ft), capable of handling large military aircraft, including the Lockheed Martin C-5 Galaxy. Its IATA code is OAI. Its ICAO code is OAIX. It has 2 runways, longest 11,820 ft (CON). Elevation 4,895 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Bagram, Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| IATA code | OAI |
| ICAO code | OAIX |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 2 runways, longest 11,820 ft (CON) |
| Elevation | 4,895 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.9461° N, 69.2650° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Bagram Airfield is known for
The main one measures 3,602 by 46 metres (11,819 ft × 151 ft), capable of handling large military aircraft, including the Lockheed Martin C-5 Galaxy.
History
On 15 August 2021, the entire Forward Operating Base (FOB) fell to Taliban rebel forces after the NATO-trained Afghan National Army had surrendered.
Landmarks near this airport
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- Buddhas of Bamiyan · Afghanistan · 81.9 miles away
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Bagram Airfield, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Nuristan National Park · Afghanistan · 83.0 miles away
- Band-e Amir National Park · Afghanistan · 115.5 miles away
- Ajar Valley National Park · Afghanistan · 144.6 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bagram Airfield?
The main one measures 3,602 by 46 metres (11,819 ft × 151 ft), capable of handling large military aircraft, including the Lockheed Martin C-5 Galaxy.
What is the airport code for Bagram Airfield?
Bagram Airfield — its IATA code is OAI and its ICAO code is OAIX.
Where is Bagram Airfield located?
Bagram Airfield serves Bagram, Afghanistan. Its coordinates are 34.9461° N, 69.2650° E.
What is the history of Bagram Airfield?
On 15 August 2021, the entire Forward Operating Base (FOB) fell to Taliban rebel forces after the NATO-trained Afghan National Army had surrendered.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#5070
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bagram_Airfield
Page last updated 13 November 2026.