Does HE40 require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Sidi EL Barrani Airport (Egypt).

Where is HE40 located?

Sidi EL Barrani Airport (HE40) is located in Sidi El Barrani, Egypt.

What is the IATA code for HE40?

The IATA code for Sidi EL Barrani Airport is SQK.

How long is the runway at HE40?

The main runway at Sidi EL Barrani Airport (16L/34R) measures 3012x40m.

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Sidi EL Barrani Airport (HE40/SQK) — Sidi El Barrani, Egypt

Sidi EL Barrani Airport (HE40/SQK) serves Sidi El Barrani, Egypt. This is a small airport with 2 runways (16L/34R, 16R/34L). Field elevation is 282 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 0/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 0/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 3/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-02

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: HE40
Name: Sidi EL Barrani Airport
Type: small_airport
Category: Domestic
Latitude: 31.47201
Longitude: 25.879272
Elevation: 282 ft
Country: Egypt
Municipality: Sidi El Barrani
IATA Code: SQK
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Africa/Cairo
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 16L/34R

Designation: 16L/34R
Dimensions: 3012x40m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Not lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 16R/34L

Designation: 16R/34L
Dimensions: 3012x40m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: N/A
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday N/A

Tuesday N/A

Wednesday N/A

Thursday N/A

Friday N/A

Saturday N/A

Sunday N/A

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: No
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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Egypt Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 2d Landing: 7d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours minimum (4 business days recommended); air ambulance: 3 hours
Landing Lead Time: 4 business days (official); air ambulance: 3 hours

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require ECAA permit and military approval. Security-sensitive, allow extra time.

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Nearby Airports

HLBK Kambut Airport 69 NM HEMM Marsa Matruh International Airport 69 NM HLTQ Tobruk International Airport 103 NM

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does HE40 require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Sidi EL Barrani Airport (Egypt).
Where is HE40 located?: Sidi EL Barrani Airport (HE40) is located in Sidi El Barrani, Egypt.
What is the IATA code for HE40?: The IATA code for Sidi EL Barrani Airport is SQK.
How long is the runway at HE40?: The main runway at Sidi EL Barrani Airport (16L/34R) measures 3012x40m.

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