Mount Tauwa Airstrip
Daylight today(Jul 23, 2026, local time)
About 11h 47m 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 Mount Tauwa Airstrip
Mount Tauwa Airstrip is a small airport in Mount Tauwa, Papua New Guinea (ICAO AYYT). It sits at an elevation of 3,700 ft (1,128 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 1,500 ft / 457 m. It observes Pacific/Port Moresby local time. The nearest airport is Woposali Airstrip (AYVP), about 4.3 nm to the n.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
AYYTLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 1,500 ft / 457 m | — | — | Unlit | Open |
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 Mount Tauwa Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Mount Tauwa Airstrip?
The ICAO code for Mount Tauwa Airstrip is AYYT.
Where is Mount Tauwa Airstrip located?
Mount Tauwa Airstrip is small airport located in Mount Tauwa, Papua New Guinea, at an elevation of 3,700 ft (1,128 m).
How many runways does Mount Tauwa Airstrip have?
Mount Tauwa Airstrip has 1 runway, the longest being 1,500 ft / 457 m.
What time zone is Mount Tauwa Airstrip in?
Mount Tauwa Airstrip is in the Pacific/Port Moresby time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mount Tauwa Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mount Tauwa Airstrip is approximately 4.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mount Tauwa Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Mount Tauwa Airstrip is Woposali Airstrip (AYVP), about 4.3 nm to the n, followed by Tiri Airstrip and Sopise Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mount Tauwa Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.