Glacier du Tour Altisurface
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About Glacier du Tour Altisurface
Glacier du Tour Altisurface is a small airport in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Haute-Savoie, France. It sits at an elevation of 10,170 ft (3,100 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 1,640 ft / 500 m. It observes Europe/Paris local time. The nearest airport is Altisurface du Glacier du Passon "du haut" (FR-0468), about 0.9 nm to the w.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 1,640 ft / 500 m | — | Sno | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA MARSEILLE 7 | Class D | CTA | FL145 | FL195 |
| LTA 3 ALPES 6 MT BLANC | Class D | Type 34 | FL175 | FL195 |
| LTA 3 ALPES 6 MT BLANC | Class E | Type 34 | 3000 ft GND | FL175 |
| FIR LFMM | Special use | FIR | GND | FL195 |
| SIV GENEVE 2 | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL195 |
| SIV MARSEILLE NORD 1 | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all France airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Glacier du Tour Altisurface.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Glacier du Tour Altisurface located?
Glacier du Tour Altisurface is small airport located in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Haute-Savoie, France, at an elevation of 10,170 ft (3,100 m).
How many runways does Glacier du Tour Altisurface have?
Glacier du Tour Altisurface has 1 runway, the longest being 1,640 ft / 500 m.
What time zone is Glacier du Tour Altisurface in?
Glacier du Tour Altisurface is in the Europe/Paris time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Glacier du Tour Altisurface?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Glacier du Tour Altisurface is approximately 3.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Glacier du Tour Altisurface?
The nearest airport to Glacier du Tour Altisurface is Altisurface du Glacier du Passon "du haut" (FR-0468), about 0.9 nm to the w, followed by Glacier du Trient Mountain Landing Site and Glacier d'Argentière Altiport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Glacier du Tour Altisurface data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.