Carlsbad Caverns Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
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About Carlsbad Caverns Heliport
Carlsbad Caverns Heliport is a heliport in Carlsbad, United States. It sits at an elevation of 4,419 ft (1,347 m). It observes America/Denver local time. The nearest airport is Cavern City Air Terminal (CNM), about 13.1 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.
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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.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TALON HIGH A 0700-2200 MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 12500 ft MSL | FL180 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Carlsbad Caverns Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Carlsbad Caverns Heliport located?
Carlsbad Caverns Heliport is heliport located in Carlsbad, United States, at an elevation of 4,419 ft (1,347 m).
What time zone is Carlsbad Caverns Heliport in?
Carlsbad Caverns Heliport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Carlsbad Caverns Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Carlsbad Caverns Heliport is approximately 6.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Carlsbad Caverns Heliport?
The nearest airport to Carlsbad Caverns Heliport is Cavern City Air Terminal (CNM), about 13.1 nm to the ne, followed by Guadalupe Intermediate Field and Seven Rivers Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Carlsbad Caverns Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.