Orcadas Base Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 9h 57m 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 Orcadas Base Heliport
Base Orcadas is an Argentine scientific station in Antarctica, and the oldest of the stations in Antarctica still in operation. It is located on Laurie Island, one of the South Orkney Islands, at 4 meters (13 ft) above sea level and 170 meters (558 ft) from the coastline. Established by the Scottish National Antarctic Expedition in 1903 and transferred to the Argentine government in 1904, the base has been permanently populated since, being one of six Argentine permanent bases in Argentina's claim to Antarctica, and the first permanently inhabited base in Antarctica.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
SAYONOTAMs
SAYOReference 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
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Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Orcadas Base Heliport?
The ICAO code for Orcadas Base Heliport is SAYO.
Where is Orcadas Base Heliport located?
Orcadas Base Heliport is heliport located in Laurie Island, Antarctica, at an elevation of 75 ft (23 m).
What time zone is Orcadas Base Heliport in?
Orcadas Base Heliport is in the America/Argentina/Ushuaia time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Orcadas Base Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Orcadas Base Heliport is approximately 1.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Orcadas Base Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.