Masa 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 Masa Airport
Masa Airport is a small airport in Masa, Papua New Guinea (ICAO AYSX, IATA MBV). It sits at an elevation of 5,900 ft (1,798 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 1,263 ft / 385 m. It observes Pacific/Port Moresby local time. The nearest airport is Siwea Airport (SWE), about 3.7 nm to the n.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
AYSXNOTAMs
AYSXReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 1,263 ft / 385 m | — | — | Unlit | 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 Masa Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Masa Airport?
The ICAO code for Masa Airport is AYSX, and its IATA code is MBV.
Where is Masa Airport located?
Masa Airport is small airport located in Masa, Papua New Guinea, at an elevation of 5,900 ft (1,798 m).
How many runways does Masa Airport have?
Masa Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 1,263 ft / 385 m.
What time zone is Masa Airport in?
Masa Airport is in the Pacific/Port Moresby time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Masa Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Masa Airport is approximately 5.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Masa Airport?
The nearest airport to Masa Airport is Siwea Airport (SWE), about 3.7 nm to the n, followed by Pindiu Airport and Tobou Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Masa Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.