Petrel Airport
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About Petrel Airport
Petrel Airport is a small airport in Petrel Base, Antarctica. It sits at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,500 ft / 1,067 m. It observes America/Argentina/Ushuaia local time. The nearest airport is Esperanza Base (SAYE), about 20.7 nm to the wnw.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 3,500 ft / 1,067 m | 1 ft | Sno | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Petrel Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Petrel Airport located?
Petrel Airport is small airport located in Petrel Base, Antarctica, at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Petrel Airport have?
Petrel Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,500 ft / 1,067 m.
What time zone is Petrel Airport in?
Petrel Airport is in the America/Argentina/Ushuaia time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Petrel Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Petrel Airport is approximately 9.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Petrel Airport?
The nearest airport to Petrel Airport is Esperanza Base (SAYE), about 20.7 nm to the wnw, followed by General Bernardo O'Higgins Base Skyway and Gustavo Marambio Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Petrel Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.