Fairmont Airstrip
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 12h 7m 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 Fairmont Airstrip
Fairmont Airstrip is a small airport in Gitinga, Kenya. It sits at an elevation of 7,020 ft (2,140 m). It observes Africa/Nairobi local time. The nearest airport is Mawingo Airport (KE-0162), about 0.9 nm to the e.
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 Fairmont Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Fairmont Airstrip located?
Fairmont Airstrip is small airport located in Gitinga, Kenya, at an elevation of 7,020 ft (2,140 m).
What time zone is Fairmont Airstrip in?
Fairmont Airstrip is in the Africa/Nairobi time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Fairmont Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Fairmont 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 Fairmont Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Fairmont Airstrip is Mawingo Airport (KE-0162), about 0.9 nm to the e, followed by Nanyuki Civil Airport and Ibis Farm Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Fairmont Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.