Sandhills Airstrip
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About Sandhills Airstrip
Sandhills Airstrip is a small airport in Awanui, New Zealand. It sits at an elevation of 85 ft (26 m). It observes Pacific/Auckland local time. The nearest airport is Kaitaia Airport (KAT), about 3.7 nm to the e.
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(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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sandhills Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Sandhills Airstrip located?
Sandhills Airstrip is small airport located in Awanui, New Zealand, at an elevation of 85 ft (26 m).
What time zone is Sandhills Airstrip in?
Sandhills Airstrip is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sandhills Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sandhills Airstrip is approximately 19.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sandhills Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Sandhills Airstrip is Kaitaia Airport (KAT), about 3.7 nm to the e, followed by Puriri Block Airstrip and Fisher Riley North Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sandhills Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.