Sojo University Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 56m 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 Sojo University Heliport
Sojo University Heliport is a heliport in Kumamoto, Japan. It observes Asia/Tokyo local time. The nearest airport is Shirakawa Gliderport (JP-0467), about 5 nm to the sw.
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.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
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-7 | Class E | Controlled | 3400 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| KUMAMOTO TCA-8 | Class E | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
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 Sojo University Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Sojo University Heliport located?
Sojo University Heliport is heliport located in Kumamoto, Japan.
What time zone is Sojo University Heliport in?
Sojo University Heliport is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sojo University Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sojo University Heliport 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 Sojo University Heliport?
The nearest airport to Sojo University Heliport is Shirakawa Gliderport (JP-0467), about 5 nm to the sw, followed by Kumamoto Airport and Aso Auxiliary Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sojo University Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.