Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 12h 11m 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 Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip
Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip is a small airport in Cherubei, Kenya. It observes Africa/Nairobi local time. The nearest airport is Kapenguria (Kishaunet) Airport (KE-6946), about 16.8 nm to the ene.
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELDORET TMA | Class E | TMA | 1500 ft GND | FL145 |
| 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 Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip located?
Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip is small airport located in Cherubei, Kenya.
What time zone is Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip in?
Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip is in the Africa/Nairobi time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip is approximately 1.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip is Kapenguria (Kishaunet) Airport (KE-6946), about 16.8 nm to the ene, followed by Kitale Airport and Maji Mazuri Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.