Cape Town Waterfront Heliport
Daylight today(Oct 14, 2026, local time)
About 12h 52m 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 Cape Town Waterfront Heliport
Cape Town Waterfront Heliport is a heliport in Cape Town, South Africa. It observes Africa/Johannesburg local time. The nearest airport is Ysterplaat Air Force Base (FAYP), about 3.6 nm to the e.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| CTA FACT A | Class A | Controlled | FL145 | FL195 |
| TMA FACT A | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | FL085 |
| TMA FACT B | Class C | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | FL085 |
| TMA FACT E | Class C | Controlled | FL085 | FL145 |
| CAPE TOWN WEST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
| FA-R43 TABLE BAY HARBOR | Special use | Restricted | GND | 500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all South Africa airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Thibault Square | 453 ft | 98 ft | — |
| ABSA Centre Cape Town | 390 ft | 151 ft | — |
| Atterbury House | 390 ft | 141 ft | — |
| Triangle House | 341 ft | 92 ft | — |
| Cape Town Civic Centre Tower Block | 322 ft | 135 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cape Town Waterfront Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cape Town Waterfront Heliport located?
Cape Town Waterfront Heliport is heliport located in Cape Town, South Africa.
What time zone is Cape Town Waterfront Heliport in?
Cape Town Waterfront Heliport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cape Town Waterfront Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cape Town Waterfront Heliport is approximately 26.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cape Town Waterfront Heliport?
The nearest airport to Cape Town Waterfront Heliport is Ysterplaat Air Force Base (FAYP), about 3.6 nm to the e, followed by Contermanskloof Airstrip and Cape Town International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cape Town Waterfront Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.