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

Leeward Point Field (MUGM/NBW) serves Guantanamo Bay Naval Station, Cuba. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (10/28). Field elevation is 56 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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69% Data Complete 36 of 52 points
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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, 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: 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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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

M0004/26 info
NAVAID MUGM TACAN UNUSABLE TACAN OTS UFN.
2026-08-26 21:27:00 2026-11-23 23:59:00
L0022/26 info
AERODROME AERODROME CLOSED FRM 9 OCTOBER 1900Z OR AFTER THE LAST FLIGHT DEPARTS, UNTIL 13 OCTOBER 1100Z, IN OBSERVATION OF COLUMBUS DAY. FOR EMERGENCYS OR MEDEVAC FLIGHTS NEEDING TO OPERATE DURING CLOSURE CONTACT ATCFO 931-449-0761 FOR ASSISTANCE
2026-08-12 14:10:48 Until further notice
L0021/26 info
AERODROME AERODROME CLSD FRM 4 SEPT 1900Z OR AFTER THE LAST FLIGHT HAS DEPARTED UNTIL 8 SEPT 1100Z. IN OBSERVATION OF LABOR DAY. FOR EMERGENCYS OF MEDEVAC FLIGHT NEEDING TO OPERATE DURING CLOSURE CONTACT ATCFO AT 931-449-0761 FOR ASSISTANCE
2026-08-12 14:00:47 Until further notice
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at MUGM?
The tower frequency at Leeward Point Field is 134.1, 134.1 MHz.
Does MUGM require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Leeward Point Field (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.