🇯🇴 Al Qatranah Highway Strip

Al Qatranah Highway Strip (JO-0007) is an airfield located in Jordan, identified as a "highway strip" type facility.

• Type of Facility: It is classified as a small airport or airfield, designated as a "Highway Strip," and does not have scheduled commercial service. This suggests it is likely a section of a highway designated for aircraft use rather than a traditional airport with constructed runways.
• Location: The strip is situated in the Ma'an Governorate, Jordan, near the town of Al Qatranah. Its coordinates are approximately 31.2519924 latitude and 36.2232113 longitude, with an elevation of around 850 meters (2,790 feet) above mean sea level. It is located along the Desert Highway.
• Runway Information: While listed as an airfield, some databases indicate "Runways: 0," implying the absence of dedicated, constructed runways and reinforcing its nature as a highway strip.
• Known Uses: Limited public information is available regarding its specific uses, but the designation "highway strip" often suggests potential military or emergency landing purposes.
• Historical Significance: There is no specific historical significance attributed to the Al Qatranah Highway Strip itself. However, the nearby town of Al Qatraneh is known for Qasr Al-Qatraneh, an Ottoman-era fortress that served as a historic waystation.