Rotor Swing Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 18m 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 Rotor Swing Heliport
Rotor Swing Heliport is a heliport in Palatine, United States. It sits at an elevation of 750 ft (229 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 45 ft / 14 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Chicago Executive Airport (PWK), about 6.4 nm to the ese.
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 | 45 ft / 14 m | 45 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3600 ft MSL | 10000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WGN-AM (Chicago) | 751 ft | 696 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 499 ft | 866 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 666 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 663 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 692 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 692 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 702 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 630 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rotor Swing Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Rotor Swing Heliport located?
Rotor Swing Heliport is heliport located in Palatine, United States, at an elevation of 750 ft (229 m).
How many runways does Rotor Swing Heliport have?
Rotor Swing Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 45 ft / 14 m.
What time zone is Rotor Swing Heliport in?
Rotor Swing Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rotor Swing Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rotor Swing Heliport is approximately 3.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rotor Swing Heliport?
The nearest airport to Rotor Swing Heliport is Chicago Executive Airport (PWK), about 6.4 nm to the ese, followed by Campbell Airport and Rockenbach Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rotor Swing Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.