GN El Escalante HLS
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 12h 34m 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 GN El Escalante HLS
GN El Escalante HLS is a heliport in La Tendida, Venezuela. It sits at an elevation of 594 ft (181 m). It observes America/Caracas local time. The nearest airport is Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport (VIG), about 9.6 nm to the ne.
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUCUTA | Class A | TMA | 1500 ft GND | FL175 |
| SVVG | Class E | CTR | GND | 6500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Venezuela airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from GN El Escalante HLS.
Frequently asked questions
Where is GN El Escalante HLS located?
GN El Escalante HLS is heliport located in La Tendida, Venezuela, at an elevation of 594 ft (181 m).
What time zone is GN El Escalante HLS in?
GN El Escalante HLS is in the America/Caracas time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at GN El Escalante HLS?
The magnetic variation (declination) at GN El Escalante HLS is approximately 10.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near GN El Escalante HLS?
The nearest airport to GN El Escalante HLS is Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport (VIG), about 9.6 nm to the ne, followed by San Francisco de Mérida Airport and Hoya Grande Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. GN El Escalante HLS data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.