Highbluff Army Heliport
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About Highbluff Army Heliport
Highbluff Army Heliport is a heliport in Fort Rucker (Hartford), United States. It sits at an elevation of 270 ft (82 m) and has 5 runways, the longest 1,600 ft / 488 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Striplin Airfield (AL62), about 4.9 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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (5)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 1,600 ft / 488 m | 75 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
| H2 | 1,600 ft / 488 m | 75 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
| H3 | 1,600 ft / 488 m | 75 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
| H4 | 1,600 ft / 488 m | 75 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
| H5 | 1,600 ft / 488 m | 75 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | — | 357.050 MHz |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A211 0600-2200 MON-FRI | Special use | Danger | GND | 5000 ft MSL |
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Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Highbluff Army Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Highbluff Army Heliport located?
Highbluff Army Heliport is heliport located in Fort Rucker (Hartford), United States, at an elevation of 270 ft (82 m).
How many runways does Highbluff Army Heliport have?
Highbluff Army Heliport has 5 runways, the longest being 1,600 ft / 488 m.
What time zone is Highbluff Army Heliport in?
Highbluff Army Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Highbluff Army Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Highbluff Army Heliport is approximately 4.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Highbluff Army Heliport?
The nearest airport to Highbluff Army Heliport is Striplin Airfield (AL62), about 4.9 nm to the se, followed by Freedom Field and Flying H Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Highbluff Army Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.