Mariscal Sucre Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 12h 7m 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 Mariscal Sucre Air Base
Mariscal Sucre International Airport (IATA: UIO, ICAO: SEQU) was the main international airport that served Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador. It was the busiest airport in Ecuador by passenger traffic, by aircraft movement and by cargo movement, and one of the busiest airports in South America. It was named after Venezuelan-born Antonio José de Sucre, a hero of Ecuadorian and Latin American independence. It began operations on August 5, 1960, and during its last years of operation, handled about 6.2 million passengers and 164,000 metric tons of freight per year. The airport, one of the highest in the world, was located in the northern part of the city, in the Chaupicruz parish, within five minutes of Quito's financial center; the terminals were located at the intersection of Amazonas and La Prensa avenues. Mariscal Sucre International was the largest hub for TAME with an average of 50 daily departures.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 10,236 ft / 3,120 m | 151 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | QUITO APP | 119.700 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 115.300 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | QUITO RDO | 126.900 MHz |
| TWR | QUITO TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(5)
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mariscal Sucre Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mariscal Sucre Air Base located?
Mariscal Sucre Air Base is heliport located in Quito, Ecuador, at an elevation of 9,228 ft (2,813 m).
How many runways does Mariscal Sucre Air Base have?
Mariscal Sucre Air Base has 1 runway, the longest being 10,236 ft / 3,120 m.
What time zone is Mariscal Sucre Air Base in?
Mariscal Sucre Air Base is in the America/Guayaquil time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mariscal Sucre Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mariscal Sucre Air Base is approximately 5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mariscal Sucre Air Base?
The nearest airport to Mariscal Sucre Air Base is Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), about 8.2 nm to the e, followed by Tambillo Airport and Andes Aeroclub Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mariscal Sucre Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.