How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the length of the airport in meters in the first input field. This is typically the longest dimension of the airport.
- Enter the width of the airport in meters in the second input field. This is typically the shorter dimension of the airport.
- Click the "Calculate" button to compute the airport's area.
- The calculator will display the area in square meters, along with equivalent measurements in hectares and acres.
Understanding Airport Area Measurements
Airport areas are typically measured in square meters, but other units are also commonly used:
- Square Meters (m²): The standard international unit for area measurement.
- Hectares (ha): Equal to 10,000 square meters. Large airports are often measured in hectares.
- Acres: Equal to 4,046.86 square meters. This unit is commonly used in countries that follow imperial measurements.
Example Calculation
For an airport that is 3,000 meters long and 2,500 meters wide:
- Area = 3,000 m × 2,500 m = 7,500,000 square meters
- Area = 7,500,000 ÷ 10,000 = 750 hectares
- Area = 7,500,000 ÷ 4,046.86 ≈ 1,852 acres
Practical Applications
This calculator can be used by:
- Airport planners and designers to estimate land requirements
- Airport authorities for land management and planning purposes
- Aircraft operators to understand the available surface area for takeoffs and landings
- Real estate developers evaluating potential airport site locations