Rietfontein Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 11h 29m 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 Rietfontein Airport
Rietfontein Airport is a small airport in Rietfontein, Namibia. It sits at an elevation of 2,750 ft (838 m). It observes Africa/Windhoek local time. The nearest airport is Aroab B Airport (FYAB), about 21.6 nm to the w.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLD AREA OUTSIDE NW >FL145 | Class A | Controlled | FL145 | FL660 |
| ABOVE GLIDERZONE SOUTH | Class A | Controlled | FL195 | FL660 |
| ABOVE GLD AREA BOTSWANA | Class A | Controlled | FL195 | FL660 |
| GLD SECTOR S FYA136 | Special use | Gliding sector | FL145 | FL195 |
| SOUTH TMZ | Special use | TMZ | FL145 | FL195 |
| GLD AREA BOTSWANA CLASS G | Special use | Gliding sector | GND | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Namibia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rietfontein Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Rietfontein Airport located?
Rietfontein Airport is small airport located in Rietfontein, Namibia, at an elevation of 2,750 ft (838 m).
What time zone is Rietfontein Airport in?
Rietfontein Airport is in the Africa/Windhoek time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rietfontein Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rietfontein Airport is approximately 18.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rietfontein Airport?
The nearest airport to Rietfontein Airport is Aroab B Airport (FYAB), about 21.6 nm to the w, followed by Arabi Hunting Farm Airfield and Vredeshoop Landing Site.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rietfontein Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.