Waimea Kohala Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 33m 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 Waimea Kohala Airport
Waimea-Kohala Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located one nautical mile southwest of Waimea, an unincorporated town in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Waimea Kohala Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: PHSF.
Live weather
PHSFNOTAMs
PHSFReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 5,197 ft / 1,584 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | HONOLULU CNTR | 126.000 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.900 MHz |
| RDO | HONOLULU | 122.100 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (4)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 6 of 6 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KAMUELA CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 21% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 75% | 2,560 ft | |
| Feb | 73% | 2,487 ft | |
| Mar | 67% | 2,616 ft | |
| Apr | 63% | 2,711 ft | |
| May | 64% | 2,752 ft | |
| Jun | 68% | 2,916 ft | |
| Jul | 75% | 3,040 ft | |
| Aug | 75% | 3,008 ft | |
| Sep | 64% | 2,916 ft | |
| Oct | 72% | 2,842 ft | |
| Nov | 80% | 2,707 ft | |
| Dec | 75% | 2,630 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~2,487–3,040 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 2,687 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,697 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,687 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,680 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,690 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,214 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Waimea Kohala Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Waimea Kohala Airport?
The ICAO code for Waimea Kohala Airport is PHMU, and its IATA code is MUE.
Where is Waimea Kohala Airport located?
Waimea Kohala Airport is medium airport located in Waimea (Kamuela), United States, at an elevation of 2,671 ft (814 m).
How many runways does Waimea Kohala Airport have?
Waimea Kohala Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,197 ft / 1,584 m.
Which airlines fly to Waimea Kohala Airport?
Airlines historically serving Waimea Kohala Airport include Maya Island Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Waimea Kohala Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Waimea Kohala Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Waimea Kohala Airport in?
Waimea Kohala Airport is in the Pacific/Honolulu time zone (UTC-10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Waimea Kohala Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Waimea Kohala Airport is approximately 9.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Waimea Kohala Airport?
The nearest airport to Waimea Kohala Airport is Honokaa Airstrip [UNUSABLE] (HI05), about 10.6 nm to the ene, followed by Bradshaw Army Airfield and Upper Paauilo Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Waimea Kohala Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.