Robben Island Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 19m 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 Robben Island Heliport
Robben Island 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 8.8 nm to the se.
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(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA FACT A | Class A | Controlled | FL145 | FL195 |
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| TMA FACT E | Class C | Controlled | FL085 | FL145 |
| TMA FACT B | Class C | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | FL085 |
| TMA FACT A | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | FL085 |
| CAPE TOWN WEST | Class G | FIR | 1500 ft GND | FL195 |
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 | — |
| Obstacle | 394 ft | 59 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 Robben Island Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Robben Island Heliport located?
Robben Island Heliport is heliport located in Cape Town, South Africa.
What time zone is Robben Island Heliport in?
Robben Island Heliport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Robben Island Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Robben Island Heliport is approximately 26.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Robben Island Heliport?
The nearest airport to Robben Island Heliport is Ysterplaat Air Force Base (FAYP), about 8.8 nm to the se, followed by Morningstar Airfield and Delta 200 Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Robben Island Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.