Tapila Airstrip
Daylight today(Oct 14, 2026, local time)
About 12h 16m 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 Tapila Airstrip
Tapila Airstrip is a small airport in Mutam, Papua New Guinea (ICAO AYTC). It sits at an elevation of 48 ft (15 m). It observes Pacific/Port Moresby local time. The nearest airport is Wasua Airport (WSA), about 8.4 nm to the nnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
AYTCNOTAMs
AYTCReference 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 Tapila Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Tapila Airstrip?
The ICAO code for Tapila Airstrip is AYTC.
Where is Tapila Airstrip located?
Tapila Airstrip is small airport located in Mutam, Papua New Guinea, at an elevation of 48 ft (15 m).
What time zone is Tapila Airstrip in?
Tapila Airstrip is in the Pacific/Port Moresby time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tapila Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tapila Airstrip is approximately 4.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tapila Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Tapila Airstrip is Wasua Airport (WSA), about 8.4 nm to the nnw, followed by Kapal Airport and Upiara Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tapila Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.