Kairiru Airstrip
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 2m 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 Kairiru Airstrip
Kairiru Airstrip is a small airport in Kairiru Island, Papua New Guinea (ICAO AYKZ). It sits at an elevation of 60 ft (18 m). It observes Pacific/Port Moresby local time. The nearest airport is Wewak International Airport (WWK), about 14.6 nm to the sse.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
AYKZNOTAMs
AYKZReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORT MORESBY | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Papua New Guinea airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kairiru Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kairiru Airstrip?
The ICAO code for Kairiru Airstrip is AYKZ.
Where is Kairiru Airstrip located?
Kairiru Airstrip is small airport located in Kairiru Island, Papua New Guinea, at an elevation of 60 ft (18 m).
What time zone is Kairiru Airstrip in?
Kairiru Airstrip is in the Pacific/Port Moresby time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kairiru Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kairiru Airstrip is approximately 3.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kairiru Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Kairiru Airstrip is Wewak International Airport (WWK), about 14.6 nm to the sse, followed by Sepik Plains Airport and Hayfields Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kairiru Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.