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Leeward Point Field (MUGM/NBW) — Guantanamo Bay Naval Station, Cuba

At a glance

Tower
134.1
Runways
10/28
Elevation
56 ft

Times in UTC. Reference only: verify with the AIP and NOTAMs.

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69% Data Complete 36 of 52 points
Missing: Operations, Fuel, Contacts
Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 0/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 3/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: MUGM
  • Name: Leeward Point Field
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Military
  • Latitude: 19.9065
  • Longitude: -75.2071
  • Elevation: 56 ft
  • Country: Cuba
  • Municipality: Guantanamo Bay Naval Station
  • IATA Code: NBW
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Havana
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 10/28

  • Designation: 10/28
  • Dimensions: 2438x61m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 134.100 MHz
  • Ground: 118.450 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 136.175 MHz

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: Not recorded
  • 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: Not recorded
  • PPR Required: Not recorded
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Not recorded
  • APIS Required: Not recorded
  • GAR Required: Not recorded
  • Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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Cuba Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 3d Landing: 7d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 48 hours (short notice possible via 3rd-party provider, at IACC discretion)
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 hours
Private / GA Operations:

N-registered Part 91 GA aircraft effectively banned since June 2019. Non-US private flights require IACC permit, 48h minimum lead time. OFAC license required for any US-connected operations.

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Active NOTAMs

M0005/26
critical
Aerodrome closed
AERODROME CLSD AFTER LAST SCHEDULED FLIGHT ON 10 NOV 2026 UNTIL 1100Z 12 NOV 2026 IN OBSERVANCE OF VETERANS DAY. UNCONTROLLED CLOSED FIELD OPERATIONS ARE NOT AUTHORIZED FOR ANY AIRCRAFT. ALL URGENT MEDEVAC OR OTHER AIRCRAFT ARE REQUIRED TO CONTACT THE ATC FACILITY MANAGER AT 931-449-0761 PRIOR TO DE…
2026-10-13 16:17 UTC 2026-11-12 11:00 UTC
L0028/
info
AERODROME 180FT CRANE OPERATING 1/2 MI FRM APPROACH END OF RUNWAY 28
2026-10-28 00:00 UTC 2027-01-25 23:59 UTC
L28/26
info
AERODROME 180FT CRANE OPERATING 1/2 MI FRM APPROACH END OF RUNWAY 28
2026-10-28 00:00 UTC 2027-01-25 23:59 UTC

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at MUGM?
The tower frequency at Leeward Point Field is 134.1 MHz.
Does MUGM require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Leeward Point Field (Cuba). Permit details for Cuba
Where is MUGM located?
Leeward Point Field (MUGM) is located in Guantanamo Bay Naval Station, Cuba.
What is the IATA code for MUGM?
The IATA code for Leeward Point Field is NBW.
How long is the runway at MUGM?
The main runway at Leeward Point Field (10/28) measures 2438x61m.