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Heliport

Whangamata Helipad

ICAO NZWG🇳🇿 Whangamata
Coordinates
37.2005°S, 175.8666°E
Elevation
10 ft (3 m)
Type
Heliport
Region
NZ-WKO
Time zone
Auckland(UTC+12:00)
Magnetic variation
20.7° E

Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)

Civil dawn
06:16
Sunrise
06:43
Sunset
17:54
Civil dusk
18:21

About 11h 12m 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 Whangamata Helipad

Whangamata Helipad is a heliport in Whangamata, New Zealand (ICAO NZWG). It sits at an elevation of 10 ft (3 m). It observes Pacific/Auckland local time. The nearest airport is Pauanui Aerodrome (NZUN), about 10.8 nm to the n.

Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.

Live weather

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NOTAMs

NZWG

Reference 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

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Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.

Where you can fly from here

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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.

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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(5)

NameClassTypeFloorCeiling
NZC274, PENINSULA CFZClass BControlledGNDFL999
CTA CClass CControlled13500 ft MSLFL600
CTA CClass CControlled9500 ft MSLFL600
CTA C/DClass CControlled6500 ft MSL9500 ft MSL
NZR 290 THAMES, WAIKATOSpecial useRestrictedGND7000 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 Whangamata Helipad.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code for Whangamata Helipad?

The ICAO code for Whangamata Helipad is NZWG.

Where is Whangamata Helipad located?

Whangamata Helipad is heliport located in Whangamata, New Zealand, at an elevation of 10 ft (3 m).

What time zone is Whangamata Helipad in?

Whangamata Helipad is in the Pacific/Auckland time zone (UTC+12:00).

What is the magnetic variation at Whangamata Helipad?

The magnetic variation (declination) at Whangamata Helipad is approximately 20.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.

What airports are near Whangamata Helipad?

The nearest airport to Whangamata Helipad is Pauanui Aerodrome (NZUN), about 10.8 nm to the n, followed by Waihi Beach Airport and Thames Aerodrome.

Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?

No. Whangamata Helipad data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.