Thorp Airport
Daylight today(Jul 21, 2026, local time)
About 14h 37m 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 Thorp Airport
Thorp Airport is a small airport in Wapella, United States. It sits at an elevation of 750 ft (229 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,300 ft / 701 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is John Scharff Airport (33IL), about 3.4 nm to the sse.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 2,300 ft / 701 m | 100 ft | Turf-g | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 702 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 705 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Thorp Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Thorp Airport located?
Thorp Airport is small airport located in Wapella, United States, at an elevation of 750 ft (229 m).
How many runways does Thorp Airport have?
Thorp Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,300 ft / 701 m.
What time zone is Thorp Airport in?
Thorp Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Thorp Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Thorp Airport is approximately 3.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Thorp Airport?
The nearest airport to Thorp Airport is John Scharff Airport (33IL), about 3.4 nm to the sse, followed by Sugar Hollow RLA Airport and Johnston Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Thorp Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.