Shobu General Branch Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 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 Shobu General Branch Heliport
Shobu General Branch Heliport is a heliport in Kuki, Japan. It observes Asia/Tokyo local time. The nearest airport is Tokyo Flying Club Airstrip (JP-0394), about 5 nm to the wsw.
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(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOKYO ACA-3 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | FL240 |
| YOKOTA ACA-2 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | FL180 |
| YOKOTA RASA-1 | Class E | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | FL175 |
| KK-4-1 | Class G | Controlled | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| KK-4-2 | Class G | Controlled | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| KK-4-5 | Class G | Controlled | GND | 2000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ランド・アクシス・タワー | 551 ft | 59 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 502 ft | 49 ft | — |
| シーノ大宮 ノースウイング | 295 ft | 75 ft | — |
| ラジオ第１放送所 | — | 20 ft | — |
| ラジオ第２放送所 | — | 33 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Shobu General Branch Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Shobu General Branch Heliport located?
Shobu General Branch Heliport is heliport located in Kuki, Japan.
What time zone is Shobu General Branch Heliport in?
Shobu General Branch Heliport is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Shobu General Branch Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Shobu General Branch Heliport is approximately 8.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Shobu General Branch Heliport?
The nearest airport to Shobu General Branch Heliport is Tokyo Flying Club Airstrip (JP-0394), about 5 nm to the wsw, followed by Yuhikoku Kawajima Airstrip and Mint Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Shobu General Branch Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.