Southwest Hospital Heliport
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About Southwest Hospital Heliport
Southwest Hospital Heliport is a heliport in Louisville, United States. It sits at an elevation of 500 ft (152 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 85 ft / 26 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Kentucky/Louisville local time. The nearest airport is Brooks Field (73KY), about 5.2 nm to the sse.
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 | 85 ft / 26 m | 85 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOUISVILLE STANDIFORD FIELD AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4500 ft MSL |
| LOUISVILLE STANDIFORD FIELD AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1700 ft MSL | 4500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400 West Market | 548 ft | 469 ft | — |
| PNC Tower | 512 ft | 456 ft | — |
| PNC Plaza | 420 ft | 423 ft | — |
| Humana Building | 417 ft | 492 ft | — |
| Waterfront Park Place | 364 ft | 469 ft | — |
| Waterfront Plaza | 341 ft | 597 ft | — |
| RIVUE Tower | 325 ft | 554 ft | — |
| Galt House Hotel | 322 ft | 535 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Southwest Hospital Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Southwest Hospital Heliport located?
Southwest Hospital Heliport is heliport located in Louisville, United States, at an elevation of 500 ft (152 m).
How many runways does Southwest Hospital Heliport have?
Southwest Hospital Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 85 ft / 26 m.
What time zone is Southwest Hospital Heliport in?
Southwest Hospital Heliport is in the America/Kentucky/Louisville time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Southwest Hospital Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Southwest Hospital Heliport is approximately 5.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Southwest Hospital Heliport?
The nearest airport to Southwest Hospital Heliport is Brooks Field (73KY), about 5.2 nm to the sse, followed by Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport and Blue Lick Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Southwest Hospital Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.