Papawai Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 9h 31m 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 Papawai Airfield
Papawai Airfield is a small airport in Papawai, New Zealand (ICAO NZPW). It sits at an elevation of 128 ft (39 m). It observes Pacific/Auckland local time. The nearest airport is Martinborough Airport (NZMT), about 6.6 nm to the s.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
NZPWLive 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.
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(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZC571 WAIRARAPA CFZ | Class B | Controlled | GND | FL600 |
| NZC571 WAIRARAPA CFZ | Class B | Controlled | 0 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 13500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| CTA C | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL600 |
| NZM507, EAST COAST | Special use | Prohibited | 9500 ft MSL | FL660 |
| NZD524, PAPAWAI, GLIDER | Special use | Danger | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
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 | — | 266 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 246 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 240 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Papawai Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Papawai Airfield?
The ICAO code for Papawai Airfield is NZPW.
Where is Papawai Airfield located?
Papawai Airfield is small airport located in Papawai, New Zealand, at an elevation of 128 ft (39 m).
What time zone is Papawai Airfield in?
Papawai Airfield is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Papawai Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Papawai Airfield is approximately 23.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Papawai Airfield?
The nearest airport to Papawai Airfield is Martinborough Airport (NZMT), about 6.6 nm to the s, followed by Hood Airport and Flat Point Aerodrome.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Papawai Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.