Swedish American Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 13h 7m 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 Swedish American Heliport
Swedish American Heliport is a heliport in Rockford, United States. It sits at an elevation of 874 ft (266 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 39 ft / 12 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Cottonwood Airport (1C8), about 3.2 nm to the wnw.
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 | 39 ft / 12 m | 31 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO/ROCKFORD CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3200 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WXRX-FM (Belvidere) | 804 ft | 787 ft | — |
| WIFR-LD | 728 ft | 817 ft | — |
| WTVO-TV (Rockford) | 709 ft | 784 ft | — |
| WREX-TV (Rockford) | 653 ft | 892 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Swedish American Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Swedish American Heliport located?
Swedish American Heliport is heliport located in Rockford, United States, at an elevation of 874 ft (266 m).
How many runways does Swedish American Heliport have?
Swedish American Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 39 ft / 12 m.
What time zone is Swedish American Heliport in?
Swedish American Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Swedish American Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Swedish American Heliport is approximately 3.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Swedish American Heliport?
The nearest airport to Swedish American Heliport is Cottonwood Airport (1C8), about 3.2 nm to the wnw, followed by Chicago Rockford International Airport and LZ Fairwinds Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Swedish American Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.