Richards Field
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 13h 34m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Richards Field
Richards Field is a small airport in Homestead, United States. It sits at an elevation of 9 ft (3 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,620 ft / 799 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is B & L Farms Airport (11FA), about 1.7 nm to the nne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 2,620 ft / 799 m | 212 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIAMI CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| DZ PFL038 24 HRS DAILY | Special use | Danger | GND | 15000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 62 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Richards Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Richards Field located?
Richards Field is small airport located in Homestead, United States, at an elevation of 9 ft (3 m).
How many runways does Richards Field have?
Richards Field has 1 runway, the longest being 2,620 ft / 799 m.
What time zone is Richards Field in?
Richards Field is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Richards Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Richards Field is approximately 7.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Richards Field?
The nearest airport to Richards Field is B & L Farms Airport (11FA), about 1.7 nm to the nne, followed by Unknown Private Strip (Comment if you know the airport name) and MJD Airport (Closed?).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Richards Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.