Bancroft East Airport
Daylight today(Jul 20, 2026, local time)
About 14h 58m 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 Bancroft East Airport
Bancroft East Airport is a small airport in Rio, United States. It sits at an elevation of 840 ft (256 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,600 ft / 792 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Higgins Airport (7WI2), about 2.4 nm to the s.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 2,600 ft / 792 m | 70 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 945 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 994 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 978 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,024 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,024 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,027 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 965 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 938 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bancroft East Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bancroft East Airport located?
Bancroft East Airport is small airport located in Rio, United States, at an elevation of 840 ft (256 m).
How many runways does Bancroft East Airport have?
Bancroft East Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,600 ft / 792 m.
What time zone is Bancroft East Airport in?
Bancroft East Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bancroft East Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bancroft East Airport is approximately 3.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bancroft East Airport?
The nearest airport to Bancroft East Airport is Higgins Airport (7WI2), about 2.4 nm to the s, followed by Gilbert Field and Mill House Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bancroft East Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.