Rothera Research Station
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 9h 11m 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 Rothera Research Station
The Rothera Research Station is a British Antarctic Survey (BAS) base on the Antarctic Peninsula, located at Rothera Point, Adelaide Island. Rothera also serves as the capital of the British Antarctic Territory, a British Overseas Territory.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EGARNOTAMs
EGARReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 2,875 ft / 876 m | 131 ft | Gravel | Unlit | Open |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rothera Research Station.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Rothera Research Station?
The ICAO code for Rothera Research Station is EGAR.
Where is Rothera Research Station located?
Rothera Research Station is small airport located in Rothera Research Station, Antarctica, at an elevation of 9 ft (3 m).
How many runways does Rothera Research Station have?
Rothera Research Station has 1 runway, the longest being 2,875 ft / 876 m.
What time zone is Rothera Research Station in?
Rothera Research Station is in the Antarctica/Rothera time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rothera Research Station?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rothera Research Station is approximately 19.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rothera Research Station?
The nearest airport to Rothera Research Station is Aeródromo de Punto Rothera (AAXX), about 0 nm to the nne, followed by San Martín Base Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rothera Research Station data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.