Glacier Country Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 10h 59m 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 Glacier Country Heliport
Glacier Country Heliport is a heliport in Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand (ICAO NZGH). It sits at an elevation of 457 ft (139 m). It observes Pacific/Auckland local time. The nearest airport is Franz Josef Aerodrome (WHO), about 2.5 nm to the nw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
NZGHNOTAMs
NZGHReference 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(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 Glacier Country Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Glacier Country Heliport?
The ICAO code for Glacier Country Heliport is NZGH.
Where is Glacier Country Heliport located?
Glacier Country Heliport is heliport located in Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand, at an elevation of 457 ft (139 m).
What time zone is Glacier Country Heliport in?
Glacier Country Heliport is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Glacier Country Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Glacier Country Heliport is approximately 24.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Glacier Country Heliport?
The nearest airport to Glacier Country Heliport is Franz Josef Aerodrome (WHO), about 2.5 nm to the nw, followed by Fox Glacier Aerodrome and Cook Flat Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Glacier Country Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.