Rooisand Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 11h 35m 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 Rooisand Airport
Rooisand Airport is a small airport in Chausib, Namibia. It sits at an elevation of 3,796 ft (1,157 m). It observes Africa/Windhoek local time. The nearest airport is Gamsberg Landing Site (NA-0116), about 8.9 nm to the ese.
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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLD AREA OUTSIDE NW >FL145 | Class A | Controlled | FL145 | FL660 |
| ABOVE GLIDERZONE SOUTH | Class A | Controlled | FL195 | FL660 |
| GLD SECTOR S FYA136 | Special use | Gliding sector | FL145 | FL195 |
| SOUTH TMZ | Special use | TMZ | FL145 | 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 Rooisand Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Rooisand Airport located?
Rooisand Airport is small airport located in Chausib, Namibia, at an elevation of 3,796 ft (1,157 m).
What time zone is Rooisand Airport in?
Rooisand Airport is in the Africa/Windhoek time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rooisand Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rooisand Airport is approximately 13.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rooisand Airport?
The nearest airport to Rooisand Airport is Gamsberg Landing Site (NA-0116), about 8.9 nm to the ese, followed by Gams Farm Landing Site and Rostock Ritz Lodge Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rooisand Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.