White Sands Space Harbor
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 14h 5m 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 White Sands Space Harbor
White Sands Space Harbor (WSSH) is a spaceport in New Mexico that was formerly used as a Space Shuttle runway, a test site for rocket research, and the primary training area used by NASA for Space Shuttle pilots practicing approaches and landings in the Shuttle Training Aircraft and T-38 Talon aircraft. With its runways, navigational aids, runway lighting, and control facilities, it also served as a backup Shuttle landing site. WSSH is a part of the White Sands Test Facility, and is located approximately 30 miles west of Alamogordo, New Mexico, within the boundaries of the White Sands Missile Range.
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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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R5107B CONT | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
| R5107F 0001 MON-2359 FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Restricted | FL240 | FL450 |
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Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from White Sands Space Harbor.
Frequently asked questions
Where is White Sands Space Harbor located?
White Sands Space Harbor is small airport located in White Sands, United States.
What time zone is White Sands Space Harbor in?
White Sands Space Harbor is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at White Sands Space Harbor?
The magnetic variation (declination) at White Sands Space Harbor is approximately 7.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near White Sands Space Harbor?
The nearest airport to White Sands Space Harbor is Holloman Air Force Base (HMN), about 16.7 nm to the ese, followed by Mesa Verde Ranch Strip Airport and White Sands Mar Site Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. White Sands Space Harbor data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.