Darden Airport
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About Darden Airport
Darden Airport is a small airport in Gaston, United States. It sits at an elevation of 450 ft (137 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,300 ft / 1,006 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Lexington County Airport (K6J0), about 4.1 nm to the sw.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 3,300 ft / 1,006 m | 200 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COLUMBIA METROPOLITAN AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1800 ft MSL | 4200 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main & Gervais | 269 ft | 285 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Darden Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Darden Airport located?
Darden Airport is small airport located in Gaston, United States, at an elevation of 450 ft (137 m).
How many runways does Darden Airport have?
Darden Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,300 ft / 1,006 m.
What time zone is Darden Airport in?
Darden Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Darden Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Darden Airport is approximately 7.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Darden Airport?
The nearest airport to Darden Airport is Lexington County Airport (K6J0), about 4.1 nm to the sw, followed by Gaston Airport and Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Darden Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.