Shiraoi Gliderport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 14h 58m 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 Shiraoi Gliderport
Shiraoi Gliderport is a small airport in Shiraoi, Japan. It sits at an elevation of 43 ft (13 m). It observes Asia/Tokyo local time. The nearest airport is Otaki Airfield (JP-1660), about 10.3 nm to the nw.
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(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHITOSE ACA-3 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | FL200 |
| CHITOSE TCA-26 | Class E | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 20000 ft MSL |
| CHITOSE TCA-28 | Class E | Controlled | 8000 ft MSL | 20000 ft MSL |
| HK-12-2 | Class G | Controlled | GND | 7000 ft MSL |
| JSDF C-1A | Special use | Danger | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Japan airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Shiraoi Gliderport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Shiraoi Gliderport located?
Shiraoi Gliderport is small airport located in Shiraoi, Japan, at an elevation of 43 ft (13 m).
What time zone is Shiraoi Gliderport in?
Shiraoi Gliderport is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Shiraoi Gliderport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Shiraoi Gliderport is approximately 9.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Shiraoi Gliderport?
The nearest airport to Shiraoi Gliderport is Otaki Airfield (JP-1660), about 10.3 nm to the nw, followed by JGSDF Camp Horobetsu Airfield and JASDF Chitose Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Shiraoi Gliderport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.