Mount Tarawera Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 11h 14m 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 Mount Tarawera Airport
Mount Tarawera Airport is a small airport in Mount Tarawera, New Zealand (ICAO NZAE). It sits at an elevation of 3,100 ft (945 m). It observes Pacific/Auckland local time. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport (ROT), about 12 nm to the nw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
NZAENOTAMs
NZAEReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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(8)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZB472, TARAWERA MBZ | Class A | Controlled | GND | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C & D | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA234, ROTORUA, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZA448, ROTORUA, CTA D | Class D | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZG 485 UREWERAS, CENTRAL PLATEAU | Class F | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| NZG258, ROTOMAHANA | Special use | Gliding sector | 4500 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
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 Mount Tarawera Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Mount Tarawera Airport?
The ICAO code for Mount Tarawera Airport is NZAE.
Where is Mount Tarawera Airport located?
Mount Tarawera Airport is small airport located in Mount Tarawera, New Zealand, at an elevation of 3,100 ft (945 m).
What time zone is Mount Tarawera Airport in?
Mount Tarawera Airport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mount Tarawera Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mount Tarawera Airport is approximately 21.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mount Tarawera Airport?
The nearest airport to Mount Tarawera Airport is Rotorua Regional Airport (ROT), about 12 nm to the nw, followed by Galatea Airfield and Whakatāne Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mount Tarawera Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.