Higgins 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 Higgins Airport
Higgins Airport is a small airport in Rio, United States. It sits at an elevation of 965 ft (294 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,800 ft / 853 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Bancroft East Airport (4WI1), about 2.4 nm to the n.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36▸ displaced | 2,800 ft / 853 m | 60 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 Higgins Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Higgins Airport located?
Higgins Airport is small airport located in Rio, United States, at an elevation of 965 ft (294 m).
How many runways does Higgins Airport have?
Higgins Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,800 ft / 853 m.
What time zone is Higgins Airport in?
Higgins Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Higgins Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Higgins 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 Higgins Airport?
The nearest airport to Higgins Airport is Bancroft East Airport (4WI1), about 2.4 nm to the n, followed by Gilbert Field and Mill House Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Higgins Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.