Frei Caneca Heliport
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About Frei Caneca Heliport
Frei Caneca Heliport is a heliport in Recife, Brazil. It sits at an elevation of 270 ft (82 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 66 ft / 20 m. It observes America/Recife local time. The nearest airport is Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), about 5.2 nm to the sw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 / 33 | 66 ft / 20 m | 66 ft | Con | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTR-RECIFE | Class B | CTR | GND | FL035 |
| TMA-RECIFE | Class C | TMA | FL035 | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Brazil airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 430 ft | 0 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 430 ft | 0 ft | — |
| TV Jormal | 420 ft | 59 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 413 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 413 ft | 59 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 335 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 312 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 312 ft | 39 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Frei Caneca Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Frei Caneca Heliport located?
Frei Caneca Heliport is heliport located in Recife, Brazil, at an elevation of 270 ft (82 m).
How many runways does Frei Caneca Heliport have?
Frei Caneca Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 66 ft / 20 m.
What time zone is Frei Caneca Heliport in?
Frei Caneca Heliport is in the America/Recife time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Frei Caneca Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Frei Caneca Heliport is approximately 21° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Frei Caneca Heliport?
The nearest airport to Frei Caneca Heliport is Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), about 5.2 nm to the sw, followed by Coroa do Avião Airport and Itapessoca Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Frei Caneca Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.