Hospital Esperança Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 11h 58m 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 Hospital Esperança Heliport
Hospital Esperança Heliport is a heliport in Recife, Brazil (ICAO SNHY). It sits at an elevation of 159 ft (48 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 59 ft / 18 m. It observes America/Recife local time. The nearest airport is Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), about 4 nm to the ssw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
SNHYNOTAMs
SNHYReference 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
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 / 22 | 59 ft / 18 m | 59 ft | Con | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTR-RECIFE | Class B | CTR | GND | FL035 |
| TMA-RECIFE | Class C | TMA | FL035 | FL195 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 430 ft | 0 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 430 ft | 0 ft | — |
| TV Jormal | 420 ft | 59 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 413 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 413 ft | 59 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 335 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 312 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 312 ft | 39 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Hospital Esperança Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Hospital Esperança Heliport?
The ICAO code for Hospital Esperança Heliport is SNHY.
Where is Hospital Esperança Heliport located?
Hospital Esperança Heliport is heliport located in Recife, Brazil, at an elevation of 159 ft (48 m).
How many runways does Hospital Esperança Heliport have?
Hospital Esperança Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 59 ft / 18 m.
What time zone is Hospital Esperança Heliport in?
Hospital Esperança Heliport is in the America/Recife time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Hospital Esperança Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hospital Esperança Heliport is approximately 21.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hospital Esperança Heliport?
The nearest airport to Hospital Esperança Heliport is Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), about 4 nm to the ssw, followed by Coroa do Avião Airport and Itapessoca Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hospital Esperança Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.