REA Vipingo Airstrip
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 4m 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 REA Vipingo Airstrip
REA Vipingo Airstrip is a small airport in Masimbani, Kenya. It sits at an elevation of 2,871 ft (875 m). It observes Africa/Nairobi local time. The nearest airport is Makindu Airport (HKMU), about 13 nm to the nw.
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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from REA Vipingo Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is REA Vipingo Airstrip located?
REA Vipingo Airstrip is small airport located in Masimbani, Kenya, at an elevation of 2,871 ft (875 m).
What time zone is REA Vipingo Airstrip in?
REA Vipingo Airstrip is in the Africa/Nairobi time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at REA Vipingo Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at REA Vipingo Airstrip is approximately 0.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near REA Vipingo Airstrip?
The nearest airport to REA Vipingo Airstrip is Makindu Airport (HKMU), about 13 nm to the nw, followed by Chyulus Airport and Subati Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. REA Vipingo Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.