Hawea Downs
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 9h 8m 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 Hawea Downs
Hawea Downs is a small airport in New Zealand. It observes Pacific/Auckland local time. The nearest airport is Wanaka Airport (WKA), about 3.7 nm to the s.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZC972, WANAKA CFZ | Class B | Controlled | GND | FL999 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZA934, CHRISTCHURCH, CTA C | Class C | Controlled | FL175 | FL600 |
| NZA742, QUEENSTOWN, CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL175 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all New Zealand airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Hawea Downs.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Hawea Downs located?
Hawea Downs is small airport located in New Zealand.
What time zone is Hawea Downs in?
Hawea Downs is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Hawea Downs?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hawea Downs is approximately 25° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hawea Downs?
The nearest airport to Hawea Downs is Wanaka Airport (WKA), about 3.7 nm to the s, followed by Dingleburn Station Airstrip and Cromwell/Louburn Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hawea Downs data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.