Aropa Airport
Daylight today(Oct 14, 2026, local time)
About 12h 14m 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 Aropa Airport
Aropa Airport is an airport in Kieta, Bougainville Island, Papua New Guinea.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
AYIQNOTAMs
AYIQReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 5,397 ft / 1,645 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORT MORESBY | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Papua New Guinea airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Aropa Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Aropa Airport?
The ICAO code for Aropa Airport is AYIQ, and its IATA code is KIE.
Where is Aropa Airport located?
Aropa Airport is small airport located in Kieta, Papua New Guinea, at an elevation of 20 ft (6 m).
How many runways does Aropa Airport have?
Aropa Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,397 ft / 1,645 m.
What time zone is Aropa Airport in?
Aropa Airport is in the Pacific/Guadalcanal time zone (UTC+11:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Aropa Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Aropa Airport is approximately 7.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Aropa Airport?
The nearest airport to Aropa Airport is Basikuna Airstrip (PG-0073), about 8.8 nm to the ssw, followed by Arawa Airport and Karato Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Aropa Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.