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Small airport

Mchauru Airport

IATA GITICAO TZ-GIT🇹🇿 Geita
Coordinates
2.8137°S, 32.1725°E
Elevation
3,955 ft (1,205 m)
Type
Small airport
Region
TZ-31
Time zone
Dar es Salaam(UTC+03:00)
Magnetic variation
0.7° E

Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)

Civil dawn
06:31
Sunrise
06:52
Sunset
18:55
Civil dusk
19:16

About 12h 3m 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 Mchauru Airport

Mchauru Airport is a small airport in Geita, Tanzania (IATA GIT). It sits at an elevation of 3,955 ft (1,205 m). It observes Africa/Dar es Salaam local time. The nearest airport is Mawemeru Airport (TZ-0139), about 18 nm to the s.

Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.

Live traffic nearby

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 (0)

No runway data recorded for this airport.

Nearby airports

Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mchauru Airport.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the airport code for Mchauru Airport?

Mchauru Airport uses the IATA code GIT.

Where is Mchauru Airport located?

Mchauru Airport is small airport located in Geita, Tanzania, at an elevation of 3,955 ft (1,205 m).

What time zone is Mchauru Airport in?

Mchauru Airport is in the Africa/Dar es Salaam time zone (UTC+03:00).

What is the magnetic variation at Mchauru Airport?

The magnetic variation (declination) at Mchauru Airport is approximately 0.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.

What airports are near Mchauru Airport?

The nearest airport to Mchauru Airport is Mawemeru Airport (TZ-0139), about 18 nm to the s, followed by Buckreef Airport and Chato/Geita Airport.

Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?

No. Mchauru Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.