Baken Mine Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 30m 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 Baken Mine Airport
Baken Mine Airport is a small airport in Drifsand, South Africa. It sits at an elevation of 135 ft (41 m). It observes Africa/Windhoek local time. The nearest airport is Auchas Airport (ZA-0254), about 4.5 nm to the n.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| JOHANNESBURG WEST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all South Africa airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Baken Mine Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Baken Mine Airport located?
Baken Mine Airport is small airport located in Drifsand, South Africa, at an elevation of 135 ft (41 m).
What time zone is Baken Mine Airport in?
Baken Mine Airport is in the Africa/Windhoek time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Baken Mine Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Baken Mine Airport is approximately 19.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Baken Mine Airport?
The nearest airport to Baken Mine Airport is Auchas Airport (ZA-0254), about 4.5 nm to the n, followed by Alexander Bay Airport and Au Beep Flats Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Baken Mine Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.