Henderson Field
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 12h 41m 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 Henderson Field
Henderson Field is a public airport located on Sand Island in Midway Atoll, an unincorporated territory of the United States. The airport is used as an emergency diversion point for ETOPS operations. It is one of three airfields named after Major Lofton R. Henderson, together with Henderson Field on Midway's Eastern Island, and Henderson Field in the Solomon Islands. The airfield provides access to Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
PMDYNOTAMs
PMDYReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | — | — | Unk | Unlit | Closed |
| 06 / 24 | 7,904 ft / 2,409 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 118.325 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.900 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 126.200 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 5 of 5 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Henderson Field?
The ICAO code for Henderson Field is PMDY, and its IATA code is MDY.
Where is Henderson Field located?
Henderson Field is medium airport located in Sand Island, United States Minor Outlying Islands, at an elevation of 13 ft (4 m).
How many runways does Henderson Field have?
Henderson Field has 2 runways, the longest being 7,904 ft / 2,409 m.
What time zone is Henderson Field in?
Henderson Field is in the Pacific/Midway time zone (UTC-11:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Henderson Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Henderson Field is approximately 7.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Henderson Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.