Bihta Air Force Station
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 13h 35m 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 Bihta Air Force Station
The Bihta Air Force Station is an Indian Air Force (IAF) base in Bihta in the state of Bihar, India. The military airfield lies 40 kilometres (20 mi) southwest of the state capital, Patna, and is spread over an area of around 900 acres (360 ha).
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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.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOLKATA | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all India airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bihta Air Force Station.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bihta Air Force Station located?
Bihta Air Force Station is small airport located in Patna, India, at an elevation of 194 ft (59 m).
What time zone is Bihta Air Force Station in?
Bihta Air Force Station is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Bihta Air Force Station?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bihta Air Force Station is approximately 0.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bihta Air Force Station?
The nearest airport to Bihta Air Force Station is Jay Prakash Narayan Airport (PAT), about 11.1 nm to the e, followed by Muzaffarpur Airport and Gaya Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bihta Air Force Station data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.