Palikulo Bay Airfield
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 46m 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 Palikulo Bay Airfield
Palikulo Bay Airfield or Bomber Field #1 is a former World War II airfield on the island of Espiritu Santo in the New Hebrides Islands at the Espiritu Santo Naval Base.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORT VILA CTA | Class D | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | FL245 |
| PORT VILA | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Vanuatu airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Palikulo Bay Airfield located?
Palikulo Bay Airfield is closed located in Espiritu Santo Is., Vanuatu, at an elevation of 43 ft (13 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Palikulo Bay Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.