West Penn Township Airport
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About West Penn Township Airport
West Penn Township Airport is a small airport in Tamaqua, United States. It sits at an elevation of 1,200 ft (366 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,000 ft / 610 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Wildcat Airport (52PA), about 3.4 nm to the wnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 2,000 ft / 610 m | 100 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 1,801 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,821 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,824 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,811 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,834 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,923 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,893 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,804 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from West Penn Township Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is West Penn Township Airport located?
West Penn Township Airport is small airport located in Tamaqua, United States, at an elevation of 1,200 ft (366 m).
How many runways does West Penn Township Airport have?
West Penn Township Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,000 ft / 610 m.
What time zone is West Penn Township Airport in?
West Penn Township Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at West Penn Township Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at West Penn Township Airport is approximately 11.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near West Penn Township Airport?
The nearest airport to West Penn Township Airport is Wildcat Airport (52PA), about 3.4 nm to the wnw, followed by Cuatros Vientos Airport and Neon Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. West Penn Township Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.