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General Info last validated: nov08 |
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Fujairah is the easternmost emirate, overlooking the Gulf of Oman. Its airport is situated near the coast and very low in movements. However, a highly interesting collection of mainly Soviet-built aircraft is usually around in various states of decay or repair, especially Il-76s. In the past, airside photograpy permits have been sold but this was terminated early this century. Be aware, plane spotting is neither understood nor appreciated in Arab countries! |
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Getting There |
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Either fly in or drive to the airport. The Fujairah-Masafi Road leads inland towards Ras al Khaimah in the north and Sharjah in the west. The driving time from either city is roughly an hour and a half. |
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Layout |
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Like many airfields in the region, Fujairah is surrounded by a wall on most sides making it impossible to see anything but a few tailfins from ground level. In the east the perimeter nearly touches the coast and to the south lies mainly rocky desert with some excavation sites. However, there are possibilities here, though most require both caution and perseverance. Fujairah has a single 3750m long runway. Photography on final 29 is possible, provided one happens to be there in the event of something landing. |
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Around The Airport |
 The hill |
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Immediately east of the storage and maintenance apron lies a hill, being the only real vantage point available. From both the terminal and town sides tracks lead up the hill that are partially suitable for rental cars. It is wise to walk the last part, act quickly and keep a low profile - all the more so as the police now have a station on the hilltop! Apart from that, the top offers an excellent view on the storage corner, often packed with planes. The other aprons and their contents are visible too and most numbers can be read off if the hot air allows so. Photography is reasonably good for the nearby aircraft, but this obviously involves a risk. |
 Terminal |
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Both from the terminal building and its car park spotting is possible and can be done without attracting attention, by being swift and careful. The new upstairs cafe in the terminal has panoramic windows, providing for a great view. Visible binoculars and cameras are a guarantee for trouble though. |
 Fujairah Trade Centre |
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It has been proven possible to gain access to the roof terrace of this complex, with an excellent albeit somewhat distant view over the airport. When combined with a view from the hill, this should be good for a full log of the many airframes usually present. |
 Southern perimeter |
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All along the southern airfield perimeter runs a track and there is no wall here but a fence. Between spot 4 on the map and the runway lie the remains of P-3C 158217 that was dumped here by the start of the century. The runway is fairly close and distant views of the terminal area are possible. |
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Smart looking Il-18 seen from the terminal. Taking the photo resulted in questioning of all people in the party of the photographer. (Spot 2, Hans Hettema) |
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The storage and maintenance apron in 2005. Meanwhile, the trees have given way to a considerable extension of this apron, and other aircraft are parked here, including many Il-76s. (Spot 1, ml. Elik) |
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