St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport
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About St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport
St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport is a heliport in Philadelphia, United States. It sits at an elevation of 163 ft (50 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 40 ft / 12 m with a hard surface. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE), about 7 nm to the ne.
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 | 40 ft / 12 m | 38 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILADELPHIA CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| PHILADELPHIA CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| PHILADELPHIA CLASS B AREA G | Class B | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| PHILADELPHIA CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2600 ft MSL |
| PHILADELPHIA CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comcast Technology Center | 1,119 ft | 59 ft | — |
| FMC Tower | 732 ft | 79 ft | — |
| W Hotel & Element by Westin Philadelphia | 620 ft | 75 ft | — |
| 1818 Market Street | 499 ft | 85 ft | — |
| Loews Philadelphia Hotel | 492 ft | 75 ft | — |
| Five Penn Center | 489 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Centre Square I | 489 ft | 89 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 436 ft | 56 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport located?
St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport is heliport located in Philadelphia, United States, at an elevation of 163 ft (50 m).
How many runways does St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport have?
St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 40 ft / 12 m.
What time zone is St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport in?
St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport is approximately 11.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport?
The nearest airport to St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport is Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE), about 7 nm to the ne, followed by Philadelphia International Airport and Wings Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. St Christopher's Hospital For Children Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.