Kuju Gliderport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 14h 6m 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 Kuju Gliderport
Kuju Gliderport is a small airport in Taketa, Japan. It sits at an elevation of 2,625 ft (800 m). It observes Asia/Tokyo local time. The nearest airport is Ubuyama Auxiliary Airfield (JP-1334), about 3.1 nm to the ssw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KUMAMOTO ACA-2 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | FL160 |
| KUMAMOTO TCA-15 | Class E | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| KUJU GP 2625FT | Class G | Gliding sector | GND | 4000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Japan airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 阿蘇郡おぐにウィンドファーム | — | 3,806 ft | — |
| 阿蘇郡おぐにウィンドファーム | — | 3,796 ft | — |
| 阿蘇郡おぐにウィンドファーム | — | 3,842 ft | — |
| 阿蘇郡おぐにウィンドファーム | — | 3,724 ft | — |
| 阿蘇郡おぐにウィンドファーム | — | 3,635 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kuju Gliderport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kuju Gliderport located?
Kuju Gliderport is small airport located in Taketa, Japan, at an elevation of 2,625 ft (800 m).
What time zone is Kuju Gliderport in?
Kuju Gliderport is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kuju Gliderport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kuju Gliderport is approximately 7.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kuju Gliderport?
The nearest airport to Kuju Gliderport is Ubuyama Auxiliary Airfield (JP-1334), about 3.1 nm to the ssw, followed by Aso Auxiliary Airfield and Oita Prefectural (Oitakenou) Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kuju Gliderport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.