PRF Rio de Janeiro Heliport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 51m 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 PRF Rio de Janeiro Heliport
PRF Rio de Janeiro Heliport is a heliport in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It sits at an elevation of 33 ft (10 m). It observes America/Sao Paulo local time. The nearest airport is Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG), about 4.2 nm to the e.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMA-RIO_DE_JANEIRO1 | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft GND | FL145 |
| TMA-RIO_DE_JANEIRO2 | Class C | Controlled | 3500 ft GND | 6500 ft GND |
| TMA-RIO_DE_JANEIRO3 | Class C | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | 3500 ft GND |
| CTR-RIO1 | Class D | CTR | 700 ft GND | 1500 ft GND |
| CTR-GALEAO2 | Class D | CTR | GND | 700 ft GND |
| CTR-GALEAO1 | Class D | CTR | 700 ft GND | 1500 ft GND |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Brazil airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torre Rio Sul | 512 ft | 171 ft | — |
| Edifício Banco do Brasil | 469 ft | 210 ft | — |
| Edifício Santos Dumont | 463 ft | 95 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 453 ft | 217 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 436 ft | 213 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 430 ft | 256 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 427 ft | 256 ft | — |
| Torre Almirante | 417 ft | 184 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from PRF Rio de Janeiro Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is PRF Rio de Janeiro Heliport located?
PRF Rio de Janeiro Heliport is heliport located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, at an elevation of 33 ft (10 m).
What time zone is PRF Rio de Janeiro Heliport in?
PRF Rio de Janeiro Heliport is in the America/Sao Paulo time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at PRF Rio de Janeiro Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at PRF Rio de Janeiro Heliport is approximately 23° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near PRF Rio de Janeiro Heliport?
The nearest airport to PRF Rio de Janeiro Heliport is Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG), about 4.2 nm to the e, followed by Campo Délio Jardim de Mattos Airport and Fiocruz Heliport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. PRF Rio de Janeiro Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.