International hub · Al Najaf, Iraq
Al Najaf - Al Ashraf International
- Elevation
- 103 ft
- Coordinates
- 31°59′N 44°24′E
- Local time
- Asia/Baghdad
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Field information
ORNI runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Al Najaf - Al Ashraf International (ORNI/NJF) has one runway, 10/28, 9,842 ft (3,000 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at ORNI, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Baghdad
Country
Iraq
IQ
Municipality
Najaf
Elevation
103 ft
Position
31.9911, 44.4050
Traffic level
Low
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot required
Airport category
A
No special crew requirements
Runways · ORNI
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 9,842 ft (3,000 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at ORNI.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Al Najaf - Al Ashraf International (ORNI / NJF) in Al Najaf, Iraq, through one 24/7 OCC desk. ORNI is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at ORNI
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Iraq
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Iraq. Applicable permit lead times for Iraq are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Iraq are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at ORNI
Direct FBO and handler coordination at ORNI covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at ORNI
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at ORNI is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to ORNI
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for ORNI: 31° 59′ 28″ N 44° 24′ 18″ E; elevation 103 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Al Najaf
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Al Najaf. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at ORNI.
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Cargo Operations at ORNI
Support for freighter operations into ORNI covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where ORNI sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
Operating into ORNI?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Al Najaf - Al Ashraf International — one desk for the whole trip.