Lewa Airstrip
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 12h 8m 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 Lewa Airstrip
Lewa Airstrip is a small airport in Muchiene, Kenya. It sits at an elevation of 5,600 ft (1,707 m). It observes Africa/Nairobi local time. The nearest airport is Kisima Farm Airport (KE-6025), about 5.7 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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NAIROBI FIR ZONE A | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Kenya airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lewa Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lewa Airstrip located?
Lewa Airstrip is small airport located in Muchiene, Kenya, at an elevation of 5,600 ft (1,707 m).
What time zone is Lewa Airstrip in?
Lewa Airstrip is in the Africa/Nairobi time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lewa Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lewa Airstrip is approximately 0.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lewa Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Lewa Airstrip is Kisima Farm Airport (KE-6025), about 5.7 nm to the ssw, followed by Ngare Ndare Airstrip and Laragai Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lewa Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.