Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 4, 2026, local time)
About 12h 39m 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 Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport
Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport is a heliport in Matagorda, United States. It sits at an elevation of 5 ft (2 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 32 ft / 10 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Gulf Coast Aviation Airport (43XA), about 6.4 nm to the nnw.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 32 ft / 10 m | 32 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 85 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 82 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 69 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 66 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport located?
Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport is heliport located in Matagorda, United States, at an elevation of 5 ft (2 m).
How many runways does Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport have?
Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 32 ft / 10 m.
What time zone is Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport in?
Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport is approximately 2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport?
The nearest airport to Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport is Gulf Coast Aviation Airport (43XA), about 6.4 nm to the nnw, followed by Bay City Regional Airport and Matagorda Peninsula Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Matagorda Shore Facility Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.