Shantou Waisha Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 39m 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 Shantou Waisha Airport
Shantou Waisha Airport is a People's Liberation Army Air Force Base in the city of Shantou in Guangdong province, China. It served as the city's civilian airport from 15 April 1974 until 15 December 2011, when all commercial flights were transferred to the newly built Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 8,202 ft / 2,500 m | 148 ft | Con | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GUANGZHOU | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| ZGOWAPP | Special use | CTR | GND | 4500 m MSL |
| SHANGHAI | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all China airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Shantou Waisha Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Shantou Waisha Airport located?
Shantou Waisha Airport is small airport located in Shantou (Longhu), China, at an elevation of 29 ft (9 m).
How many runways does Shantou Waisha Airport have?
Shantou Waisha Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,202 ft / 2,500 m.
What time zone is Shantou Waisha Airport in?
Shantou Waisha Airport is in the Asia/Shanghai time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Shantou Waisha Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Shantou Waisha Airport is approximately 4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Shantou Waisha Airport?
The nearest airport to Shantou Waisha Airport is Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA), about 16.1 nm to the wnw, followed by Meizhou Meixian Changgangji International Airport and Xingning Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Shantou Waisha Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.