Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base (XIJ)

Ahmed Al Jaber AB, KW 🇰🇼 Medium Airport

ICAO

OKAJ

IATA

XIJ

Elevation

409 ft

Region

KW-AH

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Airport Information

GPS Code: OKAJ

Local Code: Not available

Location: 28.934799° N, 47.791901° E

Continent: AS

Type: Medium Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

While traditional "traveler reviews" for Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base (OKAJ (XIJ)) are not available, recent experiences from military personnel deployed to the base indicate a generally moderate sentiment. Deployees often find the base to be boring, but appreciate certain amenities like fitness facilities and dining options. Security and immigration wait times are relatively short.

What Travelers Love

Gyms: The base features "pretty good" and "great" gyms, offering good opportunities for physical fitness.
Chow Halls: There are two chow halls, with one reviewer noting the food is significantly better than what they experienced elsewhere.
MWR Facilities: The Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) facility provides various entertainment options including WiFi (though sometimes poor quality), pool tables, foosball, ping pong, a movie room, a gaming room, and numerous board games.
Swimming Pool: A pool is available, and has been described as "great" by past users, though it was noted as closed at one point.
Security Wait Times: Current security wait times are typically around 28-29 minutes, with immigration at approximately 8 minutes, allowing for relatively efficient processing.

Common Complaints

Boredom: A recurring theme in reviews is the lack of activities and the overall "boring" nature of deployment to the base.
WiFi Quality: While available, the WiFi connection is often described as poor and insufficient for streaming movies or shows.
Dusty Environment and Heat Stress: The base is characterized by dusty conditions and a high potential for air particulate matter (PM2.5), which can lead to respiratory irritation. Heat stress is also a moderate risk, especially for those working outdoors.
Hazardous Noise: Continuous hazardous noise sources are common, particularly in flight line areas.
Limited BX: The Base Exchange (BX) is described as "very small," offering only essentials.

Overall, Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base provides adequate essential facilities for deployed personnel, with good fitness and dining options. However, the limited entertainment, coupled with environmental challenges like dust and heat, contributes to a sentiment of boredom among those stationed there. Efficient security and immigration processing are notable strengths.

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