Base Naval de Aratu Heliport
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About Base Naval de Aratu Heliport
Base Naval de Aratu Heliport is a heliport in Candeias, Brazil. It sits at an elevation of 9 ft (3 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 108 ft / 33 m. It observes America/Bahia local time. The nearest airport is Lago Joanes Airport (BR-2779), about 9.5 nm to the ne.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 31 | 108 ft / 33 m | 108 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMA-SALVADOR | Class C | Controlled | FL035 | FL145 |
| CTR-SALVADOR | Class D | CTR | GND | FL035 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Brazil airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Base Naval de Aratu Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Base Naval de Aratu Heliport located?
Base Naval de Aratu Heliport is heliport located in Candeias, Brazil, at an elevation of 9 ft (3 m).
How many runways does Base Naval de Aratu Heliport have?
Base Naval de Aratu Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 108 ft / 33 m.
What time zone is Base Naval de Aratu Heliport in?
Base Naval de Aratu Heliport is in the America/Bahia time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Base Naval de Aratu Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Base Naval de Aratu Heliport is approximately 22.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Base Naval de Aratu Heliport?
The nearest airport to Base Naval de Aratu Heliport is Lago Joanes Airport (BR-2779), about 9.5 nm to the ne, followed by Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport and Jauá Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Base Naval de Aratu Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.