Whakatāne Hospital Helipad
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 10m 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 Whakatāne Hospital Helipad
Whakatāne Hospital is a hospital in New Zealand, serving the town of Whakatāne, and the Eastern Bay of Plenty. It is operated and managed by the Bay of Plenty District Health Board.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
NZJFNOTAMs
NZJFReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | 36 ft / 11 m | 36 ft | Bitumen | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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 Whakatāne Hospital Helipad.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Whakatāne Hospital Helipad?
The ICAO code for Whakatāne Hospital Helipad is NZJF.
Where is Whakatāne Hospital Helipad located?
Whakatāne Hospital Helipad is heliport located in Whakatāne, New Zealand, at an elevation of 23 ft (7 m).
How many runways does Whakatāne Hospital Helipad have?
Whakatāne Hospital Helipad has 1 runway, the longest being 36 ft / 11 m.
What time zone is Whakatāne Hospital Helipad in?
Whakatāne Hospital Helipad is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Whakatāne Hospital Helipad?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Whakatāne Hospital Helipad is approximately 21.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Whakatāne Hospital Helipad?
The nearest airport to Whakatāne Hospital Helipad is Whakatāne Airport (WHK), about 3.8 nm to the nw, followed by Opotiki Airport and Mount Tarawera Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Whakatāne Hospital Helipad data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.