Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Heliport
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About Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Heliport
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Heliport is a heliport in Philadelphia, United States. It sits at an elevation of 167 ft (51 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 61 ft / 19 m with a hard surface. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), about 5.1 nm to the ssw.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 61 ft / 19 m | 51 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILADELPHIA CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 7000 ft MSL |
| 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 |
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 Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Heliport located?
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Heliport is heliport located in Philadelphia, United States, at an elevation of 167 ft (51 m).
How many runways does Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Heliport have?
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 61 ft / 19 m.
What time zone is Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Heliport in?
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia 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 Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Heliport?
The nearest airport to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Heliport is Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), about 5.1 nm to the ssw, followed by Hollingshead Airport and Northeast Philadelphia Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.