Waihopo Airstrip
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 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 Waihopo Airstrip
Waihopo Airstrip is a small airport in Houhora, New Zealand. It sits at an elevation of 10 ft (3 m). It observes Pacific/Auckland local time. The nearest airport is Houhora North Airstrip (NZ-0044), about 0.9 nm to the ene.
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZB176_A, KAITAIA MBZ | Class A | Controlled | GND | 6500 ft MSL |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all New Zealand airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 699 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 75 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Waihopo Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Waihopo Airstrip located?
Waihopo Airstrip is small airport located in Houhora, New Zealand, at an elevation of 10 ft (3 m).
What time zone is Waihopo Airstrip in?
Waihopo Airstrip is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Waihopo Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Waihopo Airstrip is approximately 18.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Waihopo Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Waihopo Airstrip is Houhora North Airstrip (NZ-0044), about 0.9 nm to the ene, followed by Ngataki Airport and Rarawa Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Waihopo Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.