Goodyear Blimp Base Airport
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About Goodyear Blimp Base Airport
Goodyear Blimp Base Airport is a balloonport in Gardena, United States. It sits at an elevation of 21 ft (6 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 1,200 ft / 366 m. It observes America/Los Angeles local time. The nearest airport is Compton Woodley Airport (CPM), about 2.6 nm to the ne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NW / SE | 1,200 ft / 366 m | 900 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| LOS ANGELES CLASS B AREA H | Class B | Controlled | 5000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| TORRANCE CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2400 ft MSL |
| HAWTHORNE CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 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 | 499 ft | 194 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 499 ft | 138 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 499 ft | 223 ft | — |
| Tower 1 | 390 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 190 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 348 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 331 ft | 105 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 325 ft | 36 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Goodyear Blimp Base Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Goodyear Blimp Base Airport located?
Goodyear Blimp Base Airport is balloonport located in Gardena, United States, at an elevation of 21 ft (6 m).
How many runways does Goodyear Blimp Base Airport have?
Goodyear Blimp Base Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 1,200 ft / 366 m.
What time zone is Goodyear Blimp Base Airport in?
Goodyear Blimp Base Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Goodyear Blimp Base Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Goodyear Blimp Base Airport is approximately 11.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Goodyear Blimp Base Airport?
The nearest airport to Goodyear Blimp Base Airport is Compton Woodley Airport (CPM), about 2.6 nm to the ne, followed by Zamperini Field and Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Goodyear Blimp Base Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.