Tapatla Airstrip
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 8m 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 Tapatla Airstrip
Tapatla Airstrip is a small airport in Rocafuerte, Ecuador. It sits at an elevation of 18 ft (5 m). It observes America/Guayaquil local time. The nearest airport is Carlos Concha Torres International Airport (ESM), about 17.3 nm to the wsw.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tapatla Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Tapatla Airstrip located?
Tapatla Airstrip is small airport located in Rocafuerte, Ecuador, at an elevation of 18 ft (5 m).
What time zone is Tapatla Airstrip in?
Tapatla Airstrip is in the America/Guayaquil time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tapatla Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tapatla Airstrip is approximately 4.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tapatla Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Tapatla Airstrip is Carlos Concha Torres International Airport (ESM), about 17.3 nm to the wsw, followed by Palpailón and San Lorenzo Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tapatla Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.