Lapraka Heliport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 14h 53m 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 Lapraka Heliport
The Lapraka Airfield or Tirana Aerodrome was an airfield located in Tirana, Albania. It is the former airport of Albania's capital. It used to house an air force regiment with Y-5 biplanes, operating from the old runway, and later, from the grass runway. Currently, Lapraka only houses the helicopters of the Albanian government. The airfield is located in the north western part of Tirana.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TIRANA TMA | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| TIRANA CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Albania airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown One | 492 ft | 384 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 436 ft | 417 ft | — |
| Marriott Tirana | 367 ft | 377 ft | — |
| Alban Tower | 361 ft | 367 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 279 ft | 364 ft | — |
| Tirana Garden Building | 279 ft | 348 ft | — |
| The Plaza | 279 ft | 364 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 279 ft | 394 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lapraka Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lapraka Heliport located?
Lapraka Heliport is heliport located in Tirana, Albania, at an elevation of 297 ft (91 m).
What time zone is Lapraka Heliport in?
Lapraka Heliport is in the Europe/Tirane time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lapraka Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lapraka Heliport is approximately 5.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lapraka Heliport?
The nearest airport to Lapraka Heliport is Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA), about 6.1 nm to the nw, followed by Kuçovë Air Base and Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lapraka Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.