Fox Glacier Aerodrome
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 9h 16m 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 Fox Glacier Aerodrome
Fox Glacier Aerodrome is a small landing strip serving tourist sightseeing and skydiving flights over the Fox Glacier and Southern Alps areas of New Zealand.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZB978, SOUTHERN ALPS MBZ | Class A | Controlled | GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
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 Fox Glacier Aerodrome.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Fox Glacier Aerodrome located?
Fox Glacier Aerodrome is small airport located in Fox Glacier, New Zealand.
What time zone is Fox Glacier Aerodrome in?
Fox Glacier Aerodrome is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Fox Glacier Aerodrome?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Fox Glacier Aerodrome is approximately 24.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Fox Glacier Aerodrome?
The nearest airport to Fox Glacier Aerodrome is Cook Flat Airstrip (NZ-0038), about 3.5 nm to the w, followed by Franz Josef Aerodrome and Karangarua River Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Fox Glacier Aerodrome data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.