Washington Island Airstrip
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 13m 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 Washington Island Airstrip
Der Flugplatz Teraina liegt im Norden des Atolls Teraina, das Teil der kiribatischen Line Islands ist.
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Live weather
PLWNNOTAMs
PLWNReference 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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Washington Island Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Washington Island Airstrip?
The ICAO code for Washington Island Airstrip is PLWN, and its IATA code is TNQ.
Where is Washington Island Airstrip located?
Washington Island Airstrip is small airport located in Teraina, Kiribati, at an elevation of 30 ft (9 m).
What time zone is Washington Island Airstrip in?
Washington Island Airstrip is in the Pacific/Kiritimati time zone (UTC+14:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Washington Island Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Washington Island Airstrip is approximately 9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Washington Island Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Washington Island Airstrip is Tabuaeran Island Airport (TNV), about 77 nm to the se.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Washington Island Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.