Gatab Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 12h 10m 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 Gatab Airstrip
Gatab Airstrip is a small airport in Gatab, Kenya. It observes Africa/Nairobi local time. The nearest airport is Loiyangalani Airport (LOY), about 14.9 nm to the wnw.
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(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.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 2,746 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,592 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,753 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,740 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,602 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,598 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,677 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,618 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gatab Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Gatab Airstrip located?
Gatab Airstrip is small airport located in Gatab, Kenya.
What time zone is Gatab Airstrip in?
Gatab Airstrip is in the Africa/Nairobi time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gatab Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gatab Airstrip is approximately 1.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gatab Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Gatab Airstrip is Loiyangalani Airport (LOY), about 14.9 nm to the wnw, followed by Seder Airport and South Horr Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gatab Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.